Q & A
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Why Did Epoxy Turn White?
Some of the epoxied areas on my live edge slab have turned white during the sanding process. What did I do wrong, and is there any fix I can try?
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Better Luck with Hook-and-Loop?
I’m fed up with the hook-and-loop backing pads failing on my random-orbit sanders so the discs no longer stick. How can I get better results?
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Shellac Over Floor Paint?
Some floors I recently painted show foot traffic too easily. Would a coat of shellac over the paint be a good way to solve this problem?
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Reproducing Faux Fan Pattern?
While stripping paint from the wood around my fireplace, I inadvertently removed some of the original faux fan grain pattern. How do I repair it?
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Chalk Paint for a Patio Table?
Is chalk paint a good choice to use on a pedestal table for my covered porch, since the project won’t get exposed to much direct sun or rain?
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Li-ion Upgrades for Ni-Cad Batteries?
My NiCad-powered tool needs new batteries, but it otherwise is still functional. Are there Lithium-ion batteries made by third-party sources for my tool?
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Cutting Impossibly Hard Hardwood?
I’ve got a piece of dense exotic hardwood that I can’t cut with anything but a chainsaw. It breaks band saw blades, too. What band saw blade do I need?
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Best Workshop Sound-proofing?
What’s the best way to sound-proof a new workshop I’m planning to build so my woodworking noise won’t disturb my neighbors?
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Drying a Redwood Slab?
What’s the best way to dry a green slab of redwood to keep it from warping, checking or cracking? I want to make sure that this gets done right.
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Finishing Outdoor Cedar Projects?
What’s the best natural-looking but durable finish for the cedar picnic table and chairs that I’ve built? I want these projects to last a long time.
