You can use a jointer or attach a straight piece of plywood to the stock as a straight edge and run it through a table saw. |
A hand jointer plane does a good job, but requires a greater degree of skill. |
Any areas of the wood that show cupping or crowning will need to be planed by using a jointer or table saw as demonstrated in the videotape. |
At the heart of most shops, you can find a heavy-duty table saw or bandsaw, a thickness planer, and a jointer. |
I was able to work with the jointer plane to approach a final contour, but the final work was with a hand plane and sandpaper. |
Smooth and square the edges by running the face frame pieces lightly over a jointer. |