Finishing

Seri Robinson, a professor of wood anatomy, says finishes undermine the natural antimicrobial properties of wood.

Seri Robinson, a.k.a. Dr. Spalting, says the best food-safe finish is no finish at all.

Turn an extra platen for a 5-in. random-orbit sander into a sanding block.

Hard-wax oils have become increasingly popular as fine furniture finishes, and it's easy to see why.

Shane Orion Wiechnik explains his approach to furniture restoration, conservation, and repair.

Amanda is joined by Ashley Pieper and Bonnie Elisabeth Hawk to discuss woodworking education and how it has carved a path for them in their furniture making careers.

Ben and Mike recap Fine Woodworking New England, and answer a couple questions from our listeners. Amanda is joined by Sophie Glenn, who answers questions on how to get started in metalworking, finishing tips, and how she translates woodworking techniques in her metalworking practice.

Understanding the chemicals in your shop is the first step to safe and responsible use.

Kieran Kinsell makes curved and faceted stools and tables from logs harvested a few miles from his home in the Hudson valley of New York state.

Done right, paint adds not just color, but textural and geometric interest to furniture. Evan Court shows you how to apply it skillfully to transform your designs from by-the-numbers to works of art.