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How to Clean Up Wood Glue with a Straw (Simple Shop Hack)
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How to Clean Up Wood Glue with a Straw (Simple Shop Hack)
Glue squeeze-out got you stressed? Try this easy trick using a soda straw to scoop up wet glue — no mess, no grain stains, and way faster than scraping or wiping.
Essential Tools for a Small Workshop (2025 Guide for Beginners)
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Essential Tools for a Small Workshop (2025 Guide for Beginners)
Starting your first workshop? Here are the 10 must-have tools for small spaces. From saws and sanders to clamps and benches. Plus smart setup tips that save space and money.
How To Sand Hard To Reach Holes With A Drill And Wooden Dowel
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How To Sand Hard To Reach Holes With A Drill And Wooden Dowel
A simple sanding trick using a wooden dowel, glue, and a strip of sandpaper turns your regular drill into a hole-sanding tool for peg boards, shelves, and other projects with lots of small holes.
How to Spread Wood Glue with a Dollar Store Spatula (Easy Glue Hack)
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How to Spread Wood Glue with a Dollar Store Spatula (Easy Glue Hack)
Tired of messy glue brushes? Grab a cheap flexible spatula from the dollar store and turn it into the perfect glue spreader. Smooth coverage, easy cleanup, and only a buck.