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Samurai Carpenter

The Samurai Carpenter is a timber framer and furniture maker in Victoria, BC. See more on his YouTube channel

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Decks & Porches

The Secret To A Japanese Scarf Joint: A Great Template

In case you were getting tired of Glulams and LVLs
March 17, 2022
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Decks & Porches

Deck Stairs That Won't Rot

Two words: lag bolts?
Oct. 3, 2019
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Decks & Porches

Beyond Miters and Butt Joints: Custom Deck Border

Going a few steps beyond the usual methods for hiding end-grain.
May 18, 2017
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Trimwork & Cabinetry

How To Scribe Wood To Stone

An organic post base connection that sheds water and looks like a million bucks
Feb. 27, 2017
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Siding & Exterior Trim

Shou-sugi-ban Wood Treatment: Burning the surface

Using fire to make wood beautiful and durable
Feb. 11, 2017
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Woodworking

Woodworking Basics: Wood Expansion and Contraction

Hey Samurai, Aren't you afraid of expansion and contraction? Samurai: 'No, I am not afraid of expansion and contraction, and here's why...'
Nov. 11, 2016
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Woodworking

Basic Woodworking Jig for Production Joinery

'For those of you who don't already know the benefits of using guide bushings on your router and simple templates made out of scrap MDF—here's how it goes.'
Oct. 28, 2016
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Decks & Porches

Add A Flawless Border to A Deck

How to keep the cuts consistent in less time
Sept. 20, 2016