[Q]: Objective: To open a rusty recipe box
[A]: Spray some silicone spray onto the rusted hinges, and let sit for 30 minutes

[Q]: Objective: How do you make laminate countertops?
[A]: You can make them all from scratch using two layers of particle board as a base and sheets of laminate glued down with contact adhesive. You can buy 3 sheets of 3/4" particle board ($25 each), because even though the top sheets needed to be whole, the bottom layers could be made up of offcuts because it only needs to be two layers thick on the edges.

[Q]: Objective: When sanding, it is important to always
[A]: Wear a dust mask and sand in a well ventilated area

[Q]: Objective: How can I protect a board from burn marks while etching?
[A]:
Cover both sides of the board with tape.