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Daily wear and tear of furniture damages the finish on the edge of tables and chairs along with little scratches and dents that appear on furniture. It is suggested that in order to keep a finish looking its best is to dust with a damp, cloth, wipe up spills as soon as possible, and occasionally clean off any grease and dirt with mild dishwashing soap and water.

When a leak left water stains on our client's No. 2 pine ceiling, a painter tried to sand and bleach the marks, and then applied a natural oil stain to [...]

The article provides an answer to a question related to the making of perfect miters.

The article presents questions and answers related to the purpose of different diameters available for flush-trim router bits, the possibility of tripping a SawStop while cutting aluminum and the drying time of tung oil used in wood finishing.

The article discusses strategies to extend shelf life of finishes. It mentions need for water-based paint and clear finish to be sealed in an airtight container, and storing in a cool, dry place in the shop. It reveals that oil-based finishes, like varnish, polyurethane, wiping varnish and gel urethane, will crust and completely cure if there is air in the headroom.

The article offers questions and answers about finishing in woodworking projects.

The article offers questions and answers about drilling pilot holes and a water-based polyurethane for tinting and topcoating floors.

The article offers information about several options for exterior finishes of wooden furniture. Topics discussed include ways to prevent with variations in wood due to humidity; methods for creating the ideal combination of flexibility and durability; and use of exterior coatings that contain ultraviolet (UV) blockers and absorbers to help offset sun damage.

The article presents information on application of different oils on wood for achieving the desired finish. Drying oils begin their application process as liquids but they cure to form a solid film. One coat of linseed oil takes more than seven days to dry. A smooth film can be created on applying more than one coats of oil.

The article offers brief information on pattern rollers and peelable coating applicators from Rollerwall.

The article focuses on the process aerosol glazing as a finishing technique for woodworking. Topics discussed include an overview of the glazing technique, the use of glazing as a finishing technique with aerosols, the selection of a glaze, and the significance of light spraying in a breakaway glaze.

The author discusses how woodworkers who do not have spray equipment but want to spray finishes have relied on aerosol cans and mentions how aerosols can be life saver if one wants to avoid having to clean the gun for hard-to-find materials. Topics include how aerosols did not offer the range of spray fan, suggestions on keeping brass hardware and cane heads bright with make your own finish into an aerosol spray with special brass lacquer and Mohawk Shadow Toner from Mohawk Finishing Products.

The article discusses importance of flat or matte finishes in wood working industry. Topics discussed includes flooding the wood with shellac then wipe off the excess materials, directly off the gun with a gloss finish without rubbing it, and use of water-based flat finish for top coating over rustic looks.

The article presents questions and answers related to woodwork on topics including use of high volume low pressure (HVLP) spray guns; protection of eyes from sawdust for a person who wears prescription glasses; and how to prevent the softening of oiled walnut chest exposed to aromatic cedar gas.

The article presents information on several wood finishing methods. Topics discussed include Distressed Finish means adding dings, dents, scratches and scrapes to create instant antiques; Reclaimed barn wood effect follows the softer early and harder late wood growth rings; and using a sanding disk mounted in a drill or drill press to create repeating circular scratch patterns.

The article presents questions and answers related to finishing treatment of end grain walnut cutting boards through mineral oil, the sources for acid base stain for birch paneled doors, and the proper mixture of dyes with epoxy for inlays.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for brushing on varnish and cleaning a brush after a woodwork task.

The article discusses techniques for coloring wood. Topics covered include the technique of using boiled linseed oil to enhance the color of a figured maple, ways to improve the original dye on wood, and the technique of dry brushing to highlight the pores of wood. Also discussed is a two-step color scheme to help red alder look like more expensive cherry.

The article offers brief information on the Heavy Duty Paint Sprayer Titanium Series from HomeRight.

The article looks at coatings for kitchenware. It suggests using paraffin wax on cutting boards by first melting it and applying it on the board with brush, and then scrapping wax with credit card from the surface after it gets cooled. It informs that boiled linseed oil is used on kitchen utensils such as spatulas and rolling pins.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for finishing a portable board game storage box with contrasting colors.

The article discusses on how to build a solid body of an electric guitar within the abilities of woodworkers. Topics include coatings used to apply such as bullet-proof coatings to prevent visible defects on the guitar, applying several coats to the wood as a primer and spraying coat of metallic paint or silver over smooth primer.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for finishing wooden artwork using watercolor pencils.

The article offers instructions for creating an antique chalky effect on painted projects.

The article offers step-by-step instruction of building gloss in furniture pieces.

The article offers answers to questions about slab lumber including creating large slabs from large sequoia tree, using water-based finish in coloring wood, and purchasing Tahitian hau logs.

The article focuses on the significance of green finishing and finishes for the environment. It discusses the difference between green finishes which refers to those finishing materials deemed to be either personally or environmentally greener and green finishing which deals with the finishing process. It also cites the coating processes and the materials that are being used to achieve green finishing.

The article evaluates several High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) spray guns, including products from Campbell Hausfeld, Accuspray Inc., and Apollo.

Woodworkers in the year 2304 are bound to find today's practices strange and archaic. But the things we do to take a built project to its final stage will prove to be simply too much to believe. A huge inventory of wood and related wood products for the furniture maker, instrument maker, wood turner, carver, marquetry enthusiast and hobbyist. All-purpose glues, wood glues, Polyurethane glues, wood fillers and a variety of do-it-yourself products. Over 80 paint specialty and home maintenance products, including ZAR® Wood Finishing and ZAR® Exterior Stains, sold at hardware stores, home centers, paint stores and lumberyards.

Presents information on repair techniques for dents and gouges in woodwork.

Provides tips in using high-technology adhesives for woodwork. List of brandnames for adhesives; Types of adhesives; Characteristics of adhesives.

Focuses on the advantages and disadvantages of water-based finishes in woodworking products. Similarity between water-based and solvent-based finishes; Characteristics of the water-based finishes; Types of water-based coatings; Compatibility of coatings with raw wood; Guidelines in applying the waterbornes.

Focuses on the importance of sanding in finishing. Preparation of surfaces when finishing; Objectives of sanding operation; Sanding by machine; Sanding media.

Focuses on spray guns and how they work as woodworking tools. Key features and specifications of spray guns; Types of spray guns; Cleaning instructions for spray guns.

Provides information pertaining to paintbrushes. Parts of a paintbrush; Selection of a brush; Creation of the chisel shape of a varnish brush; Types of bristles; Shapes and sizes.

Offers information about shellac for woodwork. History; Production; Colors; Applications.

Provides information pertaining to dye stains. Definition of a dye; Difference between the size of a typical dye particle and a typical pigment particle; Making stains from dyes; Problems with dyes.

Focuses on strategies to test the endurance of woodwork finishes. Techniques to determine the durability of finishes to withstand various substances; Evaluation of whether durability is compatible with appearance. INSET: FINISHER'S SCORECARD: Common finishes and their characteristics.

Discusses the emergence of a trend towards simplicity and elegance in furniture design in the United States. Use of strong, local woods like oak coupled with simple, durable lines; Use of finishes that enhance the contrast between the large pores and grain patterns of oak; Compatibility of furniture design with wood patterns. INSETS: John Brook's Fuming Shed;Where to Get it!;Trade Secrets.

The article offers step-by-step instructions in painting up the trinkets.

The article offers the author's insights on the use, popularity, and improvement in water-based coating for woodworking. It mentions the properties of improved water-based coating such odorless, nonflammable, and dry faster. Information on techniques regarding proper application of the coating which include the use of paint pad on the flat surface, use fluid aperature when spraying, and addition of colors.

The article offers information on guitar finishes. It mentions about glair, which is a mixture of egg white, sugar, honey, and gum arabic, and was used in past. It also mentions about French polish being used in modern times for finishing classical and parlor guitars. French polish was also used for guitars made before 1920.

The article offers the author's view on the finishing of the cherry coffee table and oak settle chair. The author states that Danish oil is an ideal finish for the coffee table due to its design and its mass. The author mentions that finish of the oak settle can be applied to its individual parts before its settle is assembled.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for power sanding process in wood.

The article offers information on tips for avoiding time-wasting disasters in woodwork. It mentions that the polyurethane varnish related to guns spray oil without thinning. It focuses on the Fine Line tape has polypropylene film which stretches and curves for contour masking. It focuses on spraying lacquer and other solvent-based finishes.

The article offers the author's insights on the materials and polishing methods in woodworking. Among the traditional French polishing materials that are needed include ethanol or denatured alcohol, seal coating, and wrapping cloth. Common polishing techniques discussed by the author include the flood-and-wipe method, sealing, and removing the lubricating oil in the surface.

The article offers materials, equipment and technique to prevent and fix woodworking mistakes. It suggests to spray coat of orange peel spill on the surface with thinner material after the water-based coat. It advises to use thinner material or lighter coats to avoid air bubbles or foam when spraying. It also recommends to spray another coat to remove blush caused by moisture from the air.