Want to learn more about painting or staining wood? We will share many tips with you and will tell you some secrets of applying oil, lacquer, or paint over any wooden surface.
Working with spar urethane doesn’t have to be complicated. However, if you know the dry time, depending on what you want from the surface, you should get the finishing touch you want. This article discusses what you should consider regarding the spar urethane dry time and how long you should wait when applying multiple layers. …
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Maybe you’re looking for a higher sheen level for your wooden furniture. Or maybe you want a higher resistance to physical and chemical damage for your highly used cabinets. Then applying a lacquer finish over your existing varnish might just be the solution you’re looking for. This article will cover applying lacquer over varnish and …
Poplar is an excellent hardwood with unique woodworking properties. It possesses an ivory tone with green or brown streaks that adds a beautiful appearance to woodworking projects. It is widely used in making furniture, cabinets, wooden toys, and plywood. Poplar is commonly used because it is effortless to work with for several applications, and it …
Staining Poplar to Look Like Walnut – What Can You Use? Read More »
In this article, we will be showing you if using Shellac as a finish on MDF is a great choice or may be a risky idea. As a woodworker, your choice of finish will greatly affect the outcome of the look of your wood and it is necessary you go for the best. You must …
Shellac on MDF – A Good Idea or a Waste of Time? Read More »
Tung oil is a popular oil that is often used for projects such as flooring, furniture, and cabinets. It is known for its durability and moisture-resistant qualities. While tung oil can be a great option for many projects, there are some things you should remember if you’re considering painting over it. In this article, we …
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Yes, you can plane epoxy resin. Even while fully cured epoxy is as tough as knots on blades, it may be easily planed, joined, sawn, and sanded. Epoxies are not usually planed because they react poorly to the heat and friction created by power tools. They will either soften or melt if you cannot keep …
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Sometimes the woodworkers experience challenges when applying polyurethane over an already stained surface. The stain begins to come off. But what could be the problem? Usually, when you apply polyurethane over the stained surface, and the color comes off, it’s because the stain is not dry. In this article, we will look in detail at …
Stain Coming Off When Applying Polyurethane. What’s Wrong? Read More »
Cedar is one of the most authentic and user-friendly wood out there. It has a beautiful natural finish and natural resistance to decay and insect attack. This is a feature of red cedar. If you feel the need to create a coating system for cedar, you can go ahead and do that. Before coating the …
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Wood gets damaged over an extended period. It could result from household accidents or wear and tear. More often than not, there’s no need to remove the wooden furniture pieces because you can consider a simple wood repair. A typical wood filler can salvage the wood chips in your furniture. However, for exterior wooden maintenance, …
Bondo vs. Epoxy in Woodworking – What You Should Choose? Read More »
Whether you are a skilled painter or just someone who enjoys dabbling in paint projects on the weekends, you may have wondered if you can apply matte polyurethane over gloss polyurethane. Probably, the gloss polyurethane is too shiny for you, and you want to tone it down a bit. Both protect your painted surfaces, but …
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