Issue 115, June 1999

	A preview of articles from the June 1999 issue of WOOD® magazine
WOODWORKING FEATURES IN THIS ISSUE

How dry is dry? Discover how to work with moisture in wood.

Shop safety checklist use these tips to avoid workshop mishaps.

	The boats of Chris-Craft Learn the history of a renowned boatmaker.
	High-octane planers We test six powerful stationary models: five with 15" capacity, one with 20" capacity.

WOOD magazine index This handy reference includes issues 104-112.

Building exterior projects that last Discover what wood-based materials and fasteners work best for outdoor applications.

	Checking out chatterwork Put pizzazz in your woodturnings with the unique chatter tool. We show you how.

WOODWORKING PROJECTS

	A crown jewel Build our handsome curved-glass clock that features an eight-sided molded surround.

	Sidewalk speedster This hand-powered vehicle, called an Irish Mail, helps kids get around the neighborhood.

	Masterful marking gauge Craft an adjustable layout tool that offers precision and good looks in one neat package.

	Classic Adirondack lawn chair Storing Adirondack chairs just got easier with this folding model.

	Two-in-one seat/step stool This sturdy project serves double-duty in the kitchen, letting you reach high places.

Short Subject Features

Wood Anecdote: Quaking Aspen The talking tree that reforests the land

Need To Know: Steel-Bending Basics Superman can bend steel with his bare hands. We woodworkers, though, need to rely on tools—a torch, a vise, and a piece of pipe. We show you how to use these items to form the crank for the Irish mail.

Repair Shop: Ugly Burns And Dents A scratch left by a toy tractor, an edge chipped by some forgotten mishap, a cigarette burn...Over time, even the best-cared-for furniture suffers a few wounds. Some might add character, but most are just plain ugly. Here's how to fix them without refinishing.