Finishes and Finishing - Wood
We'll guide you to the right finish for your project—polyurethane, lacquer, shellac, and more—and show you how to get picture-perfect, repeatable results. Don't be intimidated by the finishing process.
Finishes and Finishing - Wood
Find finishing techniques, tips, and tricks including stains, water-based and oil finishes, dyes, exterior finishes, and urethanes. You'll also learn how to create your own finishes.
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4 steps to a perfect polyurethane finish - Wood
2018年10月16日 · 4 steps to a perfect polyurethane finish. You can achieve a lustrous, smooth surface without using specialized tools or spray equipment. Just follow these easy steps.
All About Lacquers - Wood
2022年12月20日 · Finishes and Finishing All About Lacquers Learn why pros shoot lacquer, and the differences in the various products labeled as lacquer before deciding if this finish suits your next project.
Power your way to a polished finish - Wood
2016年11月21日 · A polisher for rubbing out furniture finishes should have a variable-speed control for slow-speed work that won't overheat your finish. Attach yellow buffing pads to the rubber backer using the center washer nut, or replace the original pad with a hook-and-loop aftermarket pad.
Shellac: A Classic Finish for Today's Woodworker
2023年7月19日 · Looking for an apply-at-the-last minute, quick-drying finish? Shellac’s your solution. Additional coats require only an hour’s wait between applications. Food-safe: While most finishes are food-safe once they cure completely, shellac just might get top food-safety honors. It's used to coat vegetables, fruits, and candies, and even shows up ...
What is the best food-safe finish?
2020年12月29日 · A film-forming finish, such as polyurethane, provides maximum protection and proves safe for food contact after complete curing—a process that can take several weeks. But it's not suitable for cutting boards, salad bowls, or other surfaces that come into contact with knives and other hard utensils.
Wipe-on finishes - Wood
2020年12月29日 · To create a surface free of runs, sags, and brush marks, consider wipe-on finishes. Once you get comfortable with them, you may never clean a brush again. Here's what you need to know.
For a tough finish, use epoxy - Wood
2020年12月4日 · If you want a thick finish that has no trouble standing up to spilled water and alcoholic drinks, and can absorb a lot of physical punishment, epoxy does the job. However, it calls for much different application techniques than traditional wood finishes, and perfect results can prove tricky to achieve.