Learn how to cut half lap joints using a miter saw equipped with a depth stop. Adjust the depth with the thumb screw and install a sacrificial fence at the back, securing it with clamps. Start by ...

Dear James: I am pretty handy with DIY projects around my house, so I want to make kitchen cabinets. What types of wood joints are good for cabinets and other projects? -- Cathy J. Dear Cathy: Making ...

Dear James: Our ugly old kitchen cabinets are falling apart, so I want to try to make my own. What are the best wood joint designs to use so they hold up better? — Chris P. Dear Chris: Making your own ...