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Most woodworkers avoid the shop in summer. David Ohnstad argues the opposite: summer's heat and humidity unlock possibilities for building projects that actually matter—if you stop fighting the season and start working with it. Full article: https://david-ohnstad.com/summer-woodworking-heat-advantage/
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