Caring For And Repairing

How to Remove a Shellac Finish
September 27, 2012

Spilled liquor has ruined your tabletop? Learn how to remove the shellac for a clean repair.
How to Revive a Finish
July 26, 2012

Don't rush to strip; a simple cleaning and renewal can work wonders.
How to Identify Finishes for Repair
July 1, 2009

Q: How can I identify the finish on a piece of furniture so that I can repair it? Jack Simpson, Abilene, TX A: To know which finish you're dealing with,…
High-Gloss Finish Made Simple
July 1, 2009

Automotive polish makes it fast and foolproof.
Removing Sticky Boiled Linseed Oil
March 1, 2009

Q: I finished some cabinets with an oil-based stain and two coats of thinned boiled linseed oil. The second coat of oil hasn't dried. Scrubbing with steel wool and thinner…
Invisible Patch for Lumber Defects
March 1, 2009

Q: Occasionally, I find small knots and blemishes in the wood I use to build furniture. What's the best repair for them? Jay Riley, New Orleans, LA A: The best…
Re-creating a Shaker Finish
January 1, 2009

To match a 200-year-old finish, an expert uses common tools and techniques
You Can Refinish Cabinets with Water-Based Products
May 1, 2008

Q: Our eight-year old kitchen cabinets need refinishing, and I would like to use a water-based finish. Is that a good choice? If so, can I apply it over the…
Avoid Color Mistakes and Learn How to Fix a Blotchy Stain
March 12, 2008

Prevent stain and dye problems with a washcoat of shellac and learn how to repair a bad stain job
How to Remove an Old Finish
August 27, 2007

When refinishing furniture, the first step is to remove the existing finish. Here's how to do that safely.

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