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If you have taken the Table Saw Magic workshop from Boston Building Resources in the past, this class will take you to the next level. Learn to make box joints and compound tapers. You can also make a cross-cut jig for your own table saw.
Many homeowners think of a heating system as "the monster in the basement," but, in reality, heating systems are not as intimidating as they may seem. In this class from Boston Building Resources, we'll cover hot water, forced hot air, and steam systems. We'll also discuss ways to improve energy efficiency, review the cost-effectiveness of insulating pipes, and demonstrate how to do preventive maintenance and adjustments.
Is rotted wood plaguing your windowsills, sashes, porch decking, column bases, wood gutters, or siding? With Flex-Tec epoxy, you can repair these areas without replacing the wood. It remains resilient and flexible so it can expand and contract with the surrounding wood to stand the test of time. This hands-on workshop from Boston Building Resources will include how to handle, apply, and shape this product for use in a variety of applications.
The bathroom may be a small space, but having a nice (or not so nice) bathroom can have an outsize impact on your daily quality of life. Bathroom renovations involve many decisions that balance budget concerns with the features you want. This workshop from Boston Building Resources will cover choices of materials, doing it yourself or hiring a contractor, and ways to build in accessibility, safety, ease of cleaning and maintenance, and water savings. Gain a general overview of what is involved and how much time and money you should be prepared to spend.
A router is a versatile woodworking tool that is used to shape and to produce finished edges. You can also use it to produce cutaways, holes, and contours. This class from Boston Building Resources will cover the basics of the router, safety considerations, typical uses, and how different jigs and bits can be used in a wide variety of projects.