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PROJECT
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12. Remove the clamps and flush the base to the sides.
13. To be honest, when I level up the ends I now prefer to
clamp the assembly in the vice and use the big Makita sander
to complete the job.
13. A large bevel on the edges is formed with a router then
fine sanding happens.
14. The ends of the keys can also be chamfered. Polish the
outside with your favourite finish and go home.
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15. Rubber feet are applied to the base.
16. This photo shows my own new technique. I now
make the keys as separate units and glue them together
with a 4mm spacer of contrasting wood between.
For this drum myrtle was combined with celery
top pine. With this technique the keys can be
very neat and straight. For the end pieces I use
40mm or so thick wood to give more glue area
for the joint, and double dowel it.
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Raf Nathan is a furniture maker and
tool designer who lives in Brisbane.
Email: raf@interwoodshop.com.au
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