Finishing - Page 21 of 55

How to Revive a Finish
July 26, 2012

Don't rush to strip; a simple cleaning and renewal can work wonders.
Seal First for a Better Finish
May 31, 2012

Choose sealers wisely for best results.
Advice for Spraying Finish Outdoors
May 31, 2012

Q: I’d like to spray shellac for a finish, but I don’t have an explosion-proof spray booth. Can I do it outside? Ernie Ruxton, Twin Falls, ID A: You can…
Non-Yellowing Finishes
April 5, 2012

Preserve the lightness of maple with these finish options.
Better than Paint
April 5, 2012

Pigmented lacquer is smoother, brighter, and more durable for fine cabinetry.
Are you sanding right?
February 9, 2012

Random-orbit sanders are not as foolproof as they seem.
Sealing with Shellac
December 8, 2011

Use a seal coat of shellac before filling the grain.
One Coat of Wax Does the Trick
October 27, 2011

Q: Is there any reason to apply more than one coat of wax over a finish? Keith Patterson, Dearborn, MI A: No. One Coat is all you need. Although wax…
When to Outsource Your Finishing
September 29, 2011

For tricky finishes or a durable tabletop, a pro can do it better
How to Finish Interior Drawer Parts
September 29, 2011

Q: Should the interior parts of a drawer be finished? If so, what type of finish should be used? Anderson Curry, Hannibal, MO A: I recommend finishing them. A finish…

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