Finishing - Page 8 of 55

One reader asks Chris Becksvoort if sanding too fine will interfere with finishing.

The curved back of a regular sanding block makes a great tool for smoothing concave surfaces.

Bob Miller shares the racks he made to hold parts while finishing and drying.

Mike demonstrates one of his favorite finishing methods, which allows him to fully finish the cabinet in one sitting.

Chris Gochnour explains how to darken wood without touching it.

From issue #14, George Frank tells a dramatic story of wood finishing failure and salvation.

This test compares the effectiveness of household, janitorial, and industrial-strength ammonia.

Elia Bizzarri demonstrates how he mixes milk paint to produce a classic finish that not only reveals the beauty of the wood, but also adds a depth and warmth that you don't get from thicker, more modern paint.

Elia Bizzarri shows how to layer black milk paint over red to create a rich, layered look on his Windsor chairs.

Before gluing up the hanging wall cabinet case with only two clamps, Mike prefinishes the case parts with his simple wipe-on shellac method.