Last week in our furniture community, members delved into some practical and engaging topics. Discussions ranged from humorous mishaps with moisture meters to the intricacies of crafting effective Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for designers. There was also a lively debate on the optimal amount of cord for Wishbone chairs, and a strategic look at short training sessions that can significantly boost sales. These conversations reflect a mix of technical know-how and strategic insights that are essential for anyone in the furniture industry.
This Week’s Hot Topics
My moisture meter roasted me today
A light-hearted yet insightful thread where members share their stories and challenges with moisture meters. It’s a good reminder of the unexpected hurdles in woodworking. Read more
How much cord in a Wishbone seat
This discussion digs into the details of chair construction, specifically the amount of cord needed for a Wishbone seat. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in the craftsmanship of furniture design. Read more
Short training that actually moves sales
A practical exchange on creating training sessions that truly impact sales figures. Members share what works and what doesn’t, offering valuable tips for sales teams. Read more
Making CEUs that designers show up for
Here, the focus is on making Continuing Education Units engaging and rewarding for designers. This conversation is key for anyone involved in professional development. Read more
Thanks for staying engaged with our community. We hope these discussions provide useful insights and inspiration for your work. Until next week!
Trusted a pinless on rift white oak straight off a 40°F truck — read 7% at the face, pins in a fresh cutoff said 12%, and the top cupped by morning. Now I warm the meter and the stock, confirm with a pin reading on a cutoff, and only start glue-up when they’re within 2%; pinless is fine for panels, but pins win on thick legs, @Marcos.
Pinless lied to me on 5/8" panels until I set them flat on a thick backer — air underneath was reading low; now I back thin stock and press evenly. @lognguy is right about pinless for fast mapping, but I still stab a fresh offcut across the grain with pins to sanity-check the number. If the two faces differ by more than 2% late in the week, I sticker overnight and recheck before committing to a glue-up.