Finishes and Finishing
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.
Quilted maple and other figured woods gain depth as well as brilliant color when you choose this type of stain. Here's everything you need to know for success.
Most cans of finish list optimal drying times as if we all lived in San Diego: a temperature of 7
Finishing a sizable project part or assembly that doesn’t fit lying down on your workbench often requires positioning the piece upright.
Building a project from reclaimed lumber creates a piece with instant character, not to mention the green benefits of salvaging some wonderful material.
I’ve always believed that if a project’s finish doesn’t pass the “touch test”—when running your hands over the project, you feel a flawless, satin-smooth surface.
A clean space and fast finishes defeat these nasty nuisances.
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.
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