FinishingWood Finishing Techniques and Advice
Don’t glaze over this coloring technique
Written by Greg Williams August 16, 2010
I've seen this happen a lot. A shopper buys a nice-looking antique at an auction, antique shop or flea market. It needs a little repair and the finish is a bit shabby, but the proportions are good and it is structurally sound. He envisions it cleaned up, maybe refinished, and restored to its former luster. He takes it to a refinishing shop with a good reputation and explains what he wants done.
Walking a fine line during application
Written by Bob Flexner July 19, 2010
You may not have thought of it this way, but the opposite meanings of the words "thick" and "thin" explain a lot about wood finishing.
Prepare for defects and fix them quickly
Written by Greg Williams June 14, 2010
If you produce a finished wood product with the intention of making a profit, you've had to deal with a defective or damaged product at the delivery site.
For resistance, varnishes are tough to beat
Written by Bob Flexner May 17, 2010
When you use the term "varnish," you're probably referring to conversion varnish if you spray finishes. If you brush or wipe, you're probably referring to one of the many varnishes sold at home centers and paint stores.
Spray is only as good as your actuator
Written by Greg Williams April 19, 2010
The performance of aerosols is largely based on whether your can has a clear path that is not clogged or inhibited
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