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Renewable matte finish over gel stain
November 9, 2024

I want to put a matte or very low sheen topcoat over a heavy coat of gel stain. I want it to be renewable/repairable (so, not poly). Fewer coats required…
Sealcoat scuff?
October 30, 2024

I usually start with 2 coats of Sealcoat before topping with poly. I've always scuff-sanded the shellac before adding the poly. Do any of you skip the scuff and go…
Pairing red oak with sapwood onto a mesquite base, with milk paint textured area.
October 19, 2024

I had inherited a slice of red oak and had some so-so mesquite slabs I saved from a tree in my yard. I don't necessarily think the two woods are…
Finish options for cherry
October 10, 2024

I'm just about ready to assemble my Morris chair built from cherry.My plan has been to use an aniline dye from Lee Valley (Natural Antique Cherry).Ive used it before with…
Restore a finish products
September 28, 2024

Cleaning and waxing proved to be fine for flat surfaces like a table top. When it came to the turned and fluted table and chair legs it was an issue. Someone…
Fibreglass exterior door stain
September 22, 2024

Multiple questions here. I have an exterior fibreglass door to stain. The surface is textured to look like wood grain but is very light coloured. The stain colour is to be…
Spray finishing with Lacquer
August 25, 2024

I have been using a Tung oil wiping varnish and shellac for most of my finishing. I would like to do some of the finishing with a spray set up…
Lightening Tone on Ash
August 22, 2024

Is there a product or process that might be used/accomplished to even out the tone of ash boards? I've got prospective aprons and a top for a table, good rift…
Staining a Light to Dark Effect
August 18, 2024

I'm starting a small side table project, the build itself is easy so I can try some new staining techniques, possibly on difficult wood. The base will either be maple…
Waterlox Vs Watco Tung Oil Finish
August 6, 2024

I have been using Waterlox as a final top coat for a long while. I have been very pleased with Waterlox but the price keeps increasing. It is now quite…

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