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Norm Abram's New Yankee Workshop

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The New Yankee Workshop, that is. Design News' Editor-in-Chief John Dodge recently visited NYW host Norm Abram to see what new, cutting edge materials, fasteners and wood working techniques the carpentry guru has up his sleeve. Read our in-depth features, watch our behind-the-scenes videos and listen to our podcasts with show creators for a look inside the Workshop.

New Yankee Workshop's Norm Abram Uses Cutting Edge Materials, Glue and Fasteners
If you think New Yankee Workshop stands for craftsmanship in the finest tradition of American woodworking, you’re only partly right. NYW host Norm Abram stays true to the show's title by using the latest tools, materials and techniques. Full Story
2007-08-14 08:55:00
Norm Abram's Big Break and Continuing Wood Working Education
“New Yankee Workshop” host Norm Abram created so little waste building a garage/workshop in 1978, Russell Morash asked him if he wanted to be the contractor on “This Old House.” That serendipitous series of events led to NYW and a career in TV for Norm. Full Story
2007-08-14 09:30:00
Russell Morash, the Father of How-To Television
Russell Morash pioneered how-to television with “The French Chef” with the late Julia Child, “The Victory Garden” with the late Jim Crockett, “This Old House” now owned by Time Inc. and the “New Yankee Workshop” (NYW). The shows add up to a 54-year span of public television. Full Story
2007-08-14 09:17:00
Titebond, Elmer’s and Gorilla in the Great Glue Rush
A fast-growing number of glues boasting increased type and quality give woodworkers more options for top-of-the-line bonding ability. Full Story
2007-08-14 09:00:00
Man on a Mission
For years he persevered in the face of legal, corporate and technical foes, but inventor Stephen Gass is forcing society to rethink its acceptance of saw blade accidents. Full Story
2006-08-11 00:00:00

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SawStop table Saw Senses Difference between Flesh and Wood
SawStop creator Stephen Gass solves the challenges of sensing flesh and quickly stopping a spinning, 4,000-rpm blade with this innovative table saw. Watch the Video

The New Yankee Workshop
Hosted by master carpenter Norm Abram, who is legendary for his woodworking skills, The New Yankee Workshop has guided millions of viewers through the hands-on process of furniture making. Read More

The Master Woodbutcher's Salute to Norm Page
Visit this site for a complete NYW episode guide and a list of the tools Norm has used on the show. Read More

Elmer's Glue
Learn more about Elmer's glue products on the company's website. Read More

Titebond Wood Glues
Titebond glues first squirted out of the bottle in the mid-1950s. Is Titebond IV just around the corner? Read More

New Yankee Workshop Fan Site
The New Wookiee Workshop attempts to bring together fans of The New Yankee Workshop. Read More

This Old House
Visit TOH's website for more information on tools or techniques for house repair or maintenance. Read More

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