Fine Woodworking

Finishing - Page 3 of 53

A recipe for a flavorless, durable, food-safe finish

April 12, 2022

Plan to eat or drink out of your woodenware? Use thinned tung oil.
Where to buy denatured alcohol?

March 21, 2022

As regulations evolve, finding this solvent is going to require some creativity.
Webinar: Painted Furniture with Aspen Golann

November 4, 2021

Replay! Join furniture maker Aspen Golann for a look at her painting process, including her techniques for airbrushing in details.
Workshop tip: Easy way to hide damage

October 21, 2021

Glue mixed with dry chips and dust gives a seamless patch.
Workshop tip: Food vacuum sealer makes glues and finishes last longer

October 14, 2021

By excluding air, these sealers extend the life of your products.
How I choose the finish for a job

August 23, 2021

Appearance is just the first of many factors Nancy Hiller considers.
How to Create a Charred Wood Furniture Finish

August 12, 2021

Christopher Miano shares an ancient Japanese technique that preserves wood by charring the surface.
Video: Creating a charred and painted finish

August 4, 2021

Mark's applies an unusual finish to his wall shelves; first scorching the surface with a torch and then painting to create a one of a kind surface.
How to rub out a varnish to a mirror shine

July 28, 2021

Rubbing out allows you to adjust the sheen of a finish, while removing imperfections like dust nibs, runs, sags, or bumps from the surface.
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Shaker dresser finishing touches

July 9, 2021

In the final edition of this series, Tom McLaughlin finishes up the Shaker dresser by turning a knob, installing drawers, and applying a Danish oil finish.

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