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Featured project - Basement Speakeasy Arcade Bar

Basement Speakeasy Arcade Bar

Create your own hidden basement speakeasy with a bookcase secret door

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Secret Speakeasy Arcade Bar

Secret Speakeasy Arcade Bar

Create your own hidden basement speakeasy with a bookcase secret door

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Barn Beam Light Fixture

Barn Beam Light Fixture

Turn reclaimed wood into stunning overhead lighting

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Spalted Maple Bar

Spalted Maple Bar

Build a beautiful custom home bar with live edge wood

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Corrugated Metal Ceiling

Corrugated Metal Ceiling

Transform ceiling joists into industrial rustic style

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Hidden Bookcase Door

Hidden Bookcase Door

Build vs. buy: Creating a secret door for your home

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Laser Cutter Comparison

Laser Cutter Comparison

xTool vs Omtech vs Glowforge vs Gweike (2025)

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Floating Shelves

Floating Shelves

Simple DIY floating shelves that look great

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The History of The Plum Bob

The History of The Plum Bob

Discover the plumb bob's rich history and uses

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Laser Cutter Comparisons

xTool P2S vs Glowforge Pro

xTool P2S vs Glowforge Pro

Which CO2 laser cutter reigns supreme in 2025

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xTool P2S vs Omtech Polar

xTool P2S vs Omtech Polar

2025 best CO2 laser cutter showdown

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Omtech Polar vs Glowforge

Omtech Polar vs Glowforge

Compare these powerful CO2 laser systems

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Best Laser Cutters Compared

Best Laser Cutters Compared

xTool vs Omtech vs Glowforge vs Gweike

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Hidden Bookcase Door

Build a Hidden Bookcase Door

Create a secret entrance with our step-by-step guide to building a hidden bookcase door. This project combines woodworking skills with clever engineering for an impressive result.

  • Complete materials list and cut plans
  • Detailed instructions for building the bookcase frame
  • Guide to installing hidden hinges and hardware
  • Tips for seamless integration with your space
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