The material you choose to finish your project with is one of the primary factors in deciding your project’s aesthetics and durability, making knowing the right finish for every situation a vital woodworking skill. To perfect such a skill, you need to know the advantages and disadvantages of all the finishes and their compatibility with …
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Painting the wood is one of the most common ways of aesthetically improving your project, as the natural color of the wood itself does not always suit the environment in which you plan on placing your project. While the paint is often enough to make a project look aesthetically pleasing, many woodworkers enjoy the glossy …
Can You Use Shellac Over Paint? (Detailed Explanation) Read More
Sanding is a vital process in woodworking projects as it allows you to remove the imperfections of the wood and create a smooth surface that makes it look much better than a surface that hasn’t been sanded. While sanding the surface of the wood before painting, after painting, before staining, before finishing, and after finishing …
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Linseed oil (flaxseed oil) is one of the most used finishes in woodworking, known for being an easy-to-apply and natural finish that brings out the grain and color of the wood. Even though there is a constant battle between natural finishes and modern, synthetic finishes such as polyurethane, many woodworkers swear by linseed oil as …
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Polyurethane is one of the most used finishes in woodworking, known for its durability, water resistance, ease of application, and its smooth, glossy looks that we all enjoy seeing. You can comfortably finish wooden floors, furniture, tables, and any of your other woodworking projects with polyurethane to gain all the advantages that come with it …
Why Is My Polyurethane Yellowing? (How To Fix It?) Read More
Sanding is a vital part of woodworking as it allows you to smoothen out any roughness that may appear due to the imperfections of the wood or due to the processes you apply to it as you build your project. As it’s possible to remove most flaws easily with sanding, it’s a crucial skill that …
Pressure-treated wood is a fantastic option for projects where the wood will be exposed to factors such as moisture and insects that can damage it and cause it to rot and decay. Fences and decks are two examples that instantly come to mind due to their constant exposure to moisture and insects, which are perfect …
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When it comes to wood selection, there are a few significant factors to consider before deciding on the one you will be using in your project. To list a few, considering the strength of the wood, how it looks, and how long it lasts are all vital to making the right decision. Last but certainly …
MDF Wood Disadvantages & Advantages (Is MDF Right for You?) Read More
When you are about to start on a new woodworking project, the first choice you often have to make is the type of wood you will use. While the first thing that comes to mind is solid wood, it’s often too expensive and unnecessary for projects such as cabinets or simple storage containers. Fortunately, technology …
Can You Plane Plywood to Reduce Thickness? (Should You?) Read More
As we all know, the usage of solvents is necessary for almost any woodworking project. With a wide variety of uses ranging from thinning finishes to cleaning wood, solvents are always helpful to ensure that your project goes smoothly. Thanks to the advancements in technology, there are plenty of different solvents to choose from for …
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