Finishing Supplies - Page 2 of 5

Great Brushes for Shellac, Lacquer, and Varnish
November 1, 2007

Gramercy Tools’ new ox-hair brushes lay down smooth, even coats
What’s the Difference? Natural vs. Synthetic Brushes
July 1, 2007

Get the most out of these simple tools with a short brush basics lesson
Mixing Small Amounts of Finish
July 1, 2007

Q: I’m new to woodworking and to mixing dyes and finishes. When instructions say to add a very small quantity of a desired color to a finish--say, in “2% or…
Caring for Brushes
November 1, 2006

Use and clean them properly, and they will last for years
Get Top Results with a Foam Brush
September 1, 2006

Foam brushes work best with varnishes, both oil and water based
Microplane Sanding Disks
March 1, 2006

Available in three grits, this stainless-steel abrasive from Microplane is available for 5-in. random-orbit sanders or sheet finishing sanders.
How to Apply a True Oil Finish
October 25, 2005

Nontoxic and easily repaired, this traditional finish is still worth considering.
Spraying Three-Dimensional Objects
October 25, 2005

To spray complicated pieces, work from the less visible parts to the most visible.
Use Pullover for a Hand-Rubbed Lacquer Finish
October 25, 2005

To remove brush marks, make the denim rubber, and start polishing
Choosing Sandpaper
July 1, 2005

For power sanding, new abrasives are worth the extra cost

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