Q & A

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  Dent Removal

  Is it possible to remove dents or depressions in wood after it is varnished without ruining the finish?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 29, 2008 • Q & A
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  Stair Making

  Are there jigs or instructions out there to make it simple to construct a standard set of stairs?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 15, 2008 • Q & A
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  Sharpening Mortise Chisels

  How does one sharpen the four-sided chisels used with the mortising machines? The bevel is on the inside.

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 15, 2008 • Q & A
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  Polyurethane and the Earth

  Is polyurethane earth-friendly?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 15, 2008 • Q & A
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  Wood for a Pizza Peel

  What’s the best wood to use for a pizza peel?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 15, 2008 • Q & A
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  Uses for Cottonwood

  I have a couple of large cottonwoods that need to come down. What is a good use for the wood?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 6, 2008 • Q & A
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  Is Stripping Finish a Good Idea?

  Is it better to sand the finish off an oak table or strip it chemically?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 2, 2008 • Q & A
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  Freezing Waterbased Glue

  Is water based glue useable after it freezes?

  by Matt Hocking • Jan 2, 2008 • Q & A
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  Applying Oxalic Acid

  How do you apply oxalic acid, how long do you let it sit on the wood, and do you wipe it off or wash it off?

  by Reader Submitted • Jan 2, 2008 • Q & A
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  Smooth Grain Finish on Oak

  How would I fill in the grain on an oak table to get a smooth finish?

  by Reader Submitted • Dec 17, 2007 • Q & A