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Five Steps to an Arts and Crafts Finish
September 1, 2007

Furnituremaker and Arts-and-Crafts scholar Nancy Hiller reveals her secrets to achieving an aged look.
Best Tabletop Finish
September 1, 2007

Q: I’m making a kitchenette table and want protection against watermarks. Is there a finish that comes close to the water resistance of Formica? John Willoz, Columbus Junction, IA A:…
Simple Techniques for Applying Varnish
August 31, 2007

Varnish is the durable topcoat. Learn some pro tips on how to apply it.
Tips on Making a Shellac Pad
August 29, 2007

An easy-to-make applicator lets you put down thin, even coats of shellac.
'Do Good with Wood' Award Winners
August 23, 2007

Minwax honors retired Ohio school superintendent and Chicago training organization
Restore the Color of a Refinished Piece
August 22, 2007

When refinishing a piece you often need to revive the wood by sealing and coloring it with shellac.
Spray-Gun Holder from Plumbing Parts
July 27, 2007

When setting up a new high-volume, low-pressure (HVLP) finishing system, I realized that the spray gun would be difficult to set down because the hose is large and causes the…
Easy Finish Ages a Classic Cherry Piece
May 1, 2007

Simple steps to mute color of new cherry wood and create a durable finish
Furniture Wax: What’s Inside
April 10, 2007

Discover the subtle differences between commercial wax finishes made from paraffin, carnauba, and bees wax.
How to Add Color to Wax
April 10, 2007

Mix in dry pigments or artist's oil colors to create colored waxes for decorating or protecting wood surfaces.

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