Q & A
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Using Waterbased Polyurethane on Cherry
I used waterbased polyurethane on a cherry project and it came out looking pale and parched. Will the cherry still mature under the polyurethane and become a rich red, or should I strip it and start over?
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Bending Rocking Chair Rockers
I would like to know how to bend the rockers for a rocking chair. How do I get started?
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Log Splitting Preservatives
What is the preservative used to paint the ends of rough logs to keep them from splitting, and where do you get it? Can you use the same stuff to paint the ends of rough-sawn boards to prevent splitting?
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Staining Over Sanded Wood
Can wood be over sanded to the point it won’t take stain? I have been working with pine and it seems the more I sand, the harder it is to get the wood to take any stain.
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Aftermarket Table Saw Guards for Craftsman?
Which aftermarket table saw guard would you recommend for an old Sears Craftsman 10″ table saw?
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Eastern Red Cedar Outdoor Furniture
A reader is making outdoor furniture from Eastern red cedar. What glue should he use? Our experts weigh in and agree on a basic plan.
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What Is Meant by LN IN in Measurements?
I have a plan that tells me to cut a cleat 130 ln.in. What is ln.in.? Our experts have a short, concise answer to this popular question.
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Removing Planer Streaks
When I planed some rough-sawn spruce boards, they left pitch streaks on my planer. What is the best way to remove the pitch without damaging the metal and plastic?
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A Shellac Explosion: What Happened?
I popped the top on a quart can of shellac today, and POW; the lid hit the ceiling of the garage, sending shellac everywhere. What did I do wrong?
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Cleaners For Wood Kitchen Cabinets
What type of cleaners are available to clean wooden kitchen cabinets? I have old pine cabinets finished with clear lacquer. Now the areas around the latches and corners are getting darker.
