# STL207: Is woodworking art?–Part 2

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2020-01-17
- Length: 1h 04m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.podcast.static.taunton.com/stl207-is-woodworking-artpart-2

## Summary

Mike Pekovich, Barry York, and Ben Martin discuss woodworking techniques, including cross-cutting large panels with a table saw push pad, determining when to sharpen hand tools based on shaving characteristics, and using handscrews for edge jointing. They debate whether functional woodworking constitutes art or craft, concluding that function defines craft while art is self-justifying. The hosts also address dowel joinery, recommending it as a locking mechanism for strong joints like mortise and tenon, and share tips on French polishing and turning drawer pulls.

## Chapters

- [0:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=3) Introduction and Safety Anecdotes
- [6:50](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=410) Cross-Cutting Large Panels with Push Pads
- [19:12](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=1152) Sharpening Triggers and Tool Maintenance
- [29:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=1743) Flattening Stones and Setup Advice
- [33:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=1983) Edge Jointing and French Polishing Techniques
- [43:50](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=2630) Is Woodworking Art or Craft?
- [54:36](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-01-17-stl207-is-woodworking-art-part-2#t=3276) Dowel Joinery and Furniture Longevity

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Sourcing & supply chain](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sourcing-and-supply-chain)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Woodpeckers (company)
- Ryobi (tool)
- Festool (tool)
- Domino (tool)
- Biscuit (tool)
- John Cofee (other)
- Peter Follansbee (other)
- Jenny Alexander (other)
- Grant Wood (other)
- Robin Wood (other)
- Holtz (other)
- Hulf (other)
- Porter Cable (company)
- Suckey (company)
- Woodworkers Edge (company)

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