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All About Varnishes
September 5, 2007

Spar, gym seal, bar top, and rubbing. Discover the differences between most varnishes on the market.
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:…
Best Finish for Pine
September 1, 2007

Thin layers of shellac and stain add age and warmth without blotching
All About Wax
May 1, 2007

Use it to perfect a finish or create special effects.
Edible Wood Finishes
March 6, 2007

Discover three safe and sound methods for finishing a cutting board and other food-related woodwork
A Gym-Floor Finish in the Kitchen
November 14, 2006

Q: About 15 years ago, I made an oak countertop that I coated with gym-floor finish. Now it’s time to refinish the wood. Should I use some form of polyurethane…
An Antique Finish for Tiger Maple
November 1, 2006

Four hand-applied steps give your piece a period look
The Impact of Light on Dyes and Stains
November 1, 2006

Preserve intended hues by learning what light does to coloring agents
Waterborne Finishes Come of Age
November 1, 2006

The best are now as good as or better than solvent finishes; the worst should still be avoided
A Finish For Oily Woods
August 10, 2006

Q: I have a teak table to refinish. Will I need a sealer under the finish? What finish do you recommend? Robert A. Funk, Hollister, CA A: Teak has a…

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