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An Oil Finish for Cherry

Aug 07, 2012

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Videos in the Series

Introduction: Build a Multidrawer Wall Cabinet
August 7, 2012

Download the plan and see the finished cabinet up close to get a preview of what's to come in this multipart video workshop.
Cut Precise Dadoes and Rabbets
August 7, 2012

The success of a project like this depends on meticulous layout, measurement, and joinery. In this episode, see how Gochnour cuts precise dadoes and rabbets to create a case that…
Step-by-Step Case Glue-Up and Assembly
August 7, 2012

Instruction to execute this complex glue up. Gochnour shares insightful tips and techniques along the way.
Construct a Frame-and-Panel Back
August 7, 2012

Use mortise-and-tenon joints to make a frame that holds a simple, flat back panel.
Quick and Easy Drawers
August 7, 2012

This episode covers the assembly-line part of the project. Learn how to cut tongue-and-groove joints that let you assemble sturdy drawers in short order.
Make a Shaker Peg Board
August 7, 2012

The Shakers used wall-mounted pegs to hold many things, including cabinets like this. In this episode, learn how to make a modern-day peg board.
Introduction: Tools, Techniques, Layout
August 7, 2012

Take your joinery to a new level by learning how to make handcut dovetails. See how it's done in the latest episode of this online classroom.
Laying Out and Cutting the Tails
August 7, 2012

In this installment of our online classroom, Gochnour explains how to lay out and cut the tails for a through dovetail joint.
Laying Out and Cutting the Pins
August 7, 2012

In this installment of our online classroom, Gochnour explains how to lay out and cut the tails for a through dovetail joint.
Introduction to the Half-Blind Dovetail
August 7, 2012

Here, Gochnour begins the first of two lessons on how to cut half-blind dovetails.
Completing Half-Blind Dovetails
August 7, 2012

The conclusion of the lessons on dovetails. If you make one dovetailed drawer per day, by the time you've; finished the dozen drawers, you will have mastered the dovetail.
Clean-Up and Glue-Up
August 7, 2012

With all the parts cut and assembled dry, it's time to glue up the drawers and the case and prepare to finish the project.
An Oil Finish for Cherry
August 7, 2012

In this final episode, Gochnour shows how to apply a finish that brings out the color and figure of the wood, but without leaving blotches.

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About This Video Workshop

Chris Gochnour is a furniture maker, author, and teacher who lives with his wife and two kids in Murray, Utah. A frequent contributor to Fine Woodworking, Gochnour is often called upon for his expertise in using and maintaining hand tools for traditional woodworking. Produced by: Matt Berger; Video by: Gary Junken; Editing by: Michael Dobsevage Watch the preview episode for free or become a member for access to all 13 episodes. Download the project plan More about this Video Workshop

Comments

Gale52 | Dec 30, 2017 11:31am | #1
I admire his ability in layout, wow!
rlofts | Jan 22, 2022 01:28pm | #2
Excellent review and demonstration of several joinery techniques. Would have been nice to see Chris’s approach for fine tuning dovetail joints that don’t quite fit right off the saw.

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