Q & A
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How Can I Remedy My Jointer’s Poor Debris Clearance?
My Delta jointer works great, but its chip clearance is terrible. How can I fix it?
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What Factors Should I Consider for Glued-up Panel Durability?
What what characteristics about wood should I keep in mind when gluing up panels?
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How Should I Seal and Finish Spalted Maple?
What’s the best way to seal and finish spalted wood to stop the fungal deterioration and hide the musty smell?
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What to do about Seeping Butcher Blocks?
Our church kitchen has butcher block food prep surfaces that are leaking juices out the bottom. Can they be fixed by sanding and sealing?
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Finishing a Cedar Chest?
What’s the best finish to preserve the natural wood grain of a cedar chest, inside and out?
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Can Composite Lumber Be Used for Birdhouses?
Will composite lumber harm birds if I build birdhouses with it?
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What Woods Make Up Inexpensive Asian Furniture?
What are the usual suspects for wood options on mass-marketed Asian furniture?
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Matching a Weathered Chair Finish?
I want to make a new table and stain it to match my weathered white oak chairs. How can I get the table’s finish to match them?
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How Should I Hide Countertop Edge Glue Lines?
Can I avoid glue lines when routing a roundover on a curved countertop?
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Best Finish for a Mahogany Adirondack Chair?
What’s the best finish for an outdoor chair in a mostly sunny climate?
