Finishes and Finishing
With so many wipe-on finishes to choose from, you’ll probably find one you like right off the shelf. But you can easily make your own.
When it's time to apply a knockout finish, there are a lot of contenders. Some can take a punch; some bounce back fast. Here's how to choose the one that's a fair match for your project.
Are there benefits to upgrading to an HVLP system? We've got the answer here.
A little extra time keeps your brush in perfect shape and protects your investment.
Dried glue disappears on bare wood, but rears its ugly head when the finish goes on. Try these tactics to prevent-or fix-the problem.
An antique's finish often looks dull and lifeless. But stripping off the old and laying on a shiny new coating might rob the piece of both charm and monetary value. Here's an alternative.
Let us put your mind at ease.
Still handy after all these years.
When it comes to altering the color of wood, woodworkers routinely turn to stains to give wood more-or a slightly different-color. But wood bleach lets you remove color from wood.
Tip of the Day
Do's and don’ts for better finishes, weather or not
■ If you’re working in an unheated shop in a cold climate, DO move finishes (especially water-... read more