Finishing

Final step for your veneer art: Finishing

November 29, 2022

Use spray lacquer or shellac, and remember that woodworking is supposed to be fun!
Three Arts and Crafts finish recipes

August 17, 2022

It's OK to use these as a jumping-off point to explore your own delicious blends.
Tools to look out for – Summer 2022

August 9, 2022

Bora PM-6250 fixed-base router, Osmo Polyx-Oil Raw Matte 3051, Infinity Sliver Med Pack by MyMedic.
Restoring a water-stained tabletop

August 4, 2022

Even if you forget to use a coaster, there's still hope.
Q&A: Mineral spirits vs. paint thinner vs. turpentine vs. naphtha

July 19, 2022

Everything you always wanted to know about solvents but were afraid to ask.
‘Ebonizing’ wood with hair dye

June 28, 2022

Here's one way to save money while getting the look of expensive ebony.
Fine pine finishes

June 22, 2022

Pine's notoriously splotchy thanks to its uneven density, but that doesn't mean it's unusable.
Boiled linseed oil

June 17, 2022

A durable finish that's both versatile and inexpensive.
Four ways of adding color to wood

May 13, 2022

Adding color to wood can be accomplished with dye, stain, glaze, or toner.
6 rules for coloring wood

May 13, 2022

There are a lot of ways to screw up the color on a finish, but follow Mike Mascelli's 6 rules and you'll be fine.

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