Peter Gedrys Archives - Page 24 of 57

EXCLUDE

How Do I Finish a New Front Door?
February 16, 2008

Good Morning Peter: My friend has asked me to spray clear coat on his new mahogany front door after he has stained it. I have given him a copy or…
tung oil finish
February 15, 2008

Hello, I recently built a victorian style plant hanger. I applied Formby's tung oil varnish to the wood. In hind sight i wonder if i should have picked a better…
Teak outdoor table
February 13, 2008

I'm preparing to make a table that will have a bluestone top and a teak base, which will be left outside year-round in Long Island near the sea. I'm not…
sealing with shellac
February 12, 2008

I am almost finished building a mates bed for my son and getting ready to prep and finish it. I am using pine and was originally just going to use…
Oak plywood finish
February 9, 2008

What is the best dark finish (and most durable) for oak plywood, used on dining table top? Thanks for any advice. Tom
Glazes
February 6, 2008

I am a novice in most areas of finishes, and I want to try using a glase on a current project. Does one buy a "glaze" , or simply apply…
oil under poly
February 5, 2008

Hello All, First time poster here. I am learning alot from these great forums. I just built a walnut Shaker candlestand, ( thanks Mr. Becksvoort) and I like how the grain…
Dark finish on African Mahogany
February 4, 2008

I've just finished building a mid 18th century oval stool with ball and claw feet and heavly carved knees. The material is a very nice African Mahogany which has a…
Finish for oak bar top
January 29, 2008

I am making a bar top of oak for a friend's club and they will give this top alot of use and abuse. What would be the most durable finish…
tiger maple finish
January 25, 2008

Just finished a table top of tiger maple. I never worked with this wood. It is 6 ft. by 3.5 ft. Would like advise on how to put a finish…

Page 24 of 57 Previous

UNLIMITED membership - Get access to it all

Start Free Trial Upgrade Membership

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.

Get complete site access to video workshops, digital plans library, online archive, and more, plus the print magazine.

Peter Gedrys Archives - Page 24 of 57

Get the latest from Fine Woodworking Magazine

#315-JAN/FEB 2025

#314-Tools & Shops 2025

#313-NOV/DEC 2024

#312-SEPT/OCT 2024

#311-JULY/AUG 2024

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.