Q & A

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  Non-Sealer Stain

  Is it possible to buy a stain that isn’t a sealer too?

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2007 • Q & A
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  Cleaning Lacquer

  Can I clean a high gloss lacquered table with mild detergent or mineral spirits?

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2007 • Q & A
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  Chinkapin Oak and Pin Oak

  Is there any difference between chinkapin oak and pin oak?

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2007 • Q & A
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  What’s A Good Finish For A Coffee Table?

  Kevin Hancock offers a tip on finishing a coffee table.

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 13, 2007 • Q & A
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  Resurface a Workbench

  I built a new workbench using a top from a high school woodworking class. It needs to be resurfaced. Is there a good way to resurface this top without an elaborate setup?

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 13, 2007 • Q & A
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  Eliminating Snipe on My Jointer

  My jointer does not have an adjustable outfeed table. What do I have to do to eliminate snipe?

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 13, 2007 • Q & A
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  Filling The Gaps

  What’s the best product to fill in gaps in a miter joint on MDF prior to sanding and painting?

  by Reader Submitted • Mar 13, 2007 • Q & A
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  Using Glaze in Woodworking

  Is “glaze” a process or a material, and how does it differ from stain?

  by Reader Submitted • Feb 27, 2007 • Q & A
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  Is Chestnut a Hardwood?

  Our experts tackle defining a once popular wood.

  by Reader Submitted • Feb 27, 2007 • Q & A
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  Good Router Book Recommendation

  I was given a router set as a gift. Could you recommend a good book that provides detailed information on how to use the router?

  by Reader Submitted • Feb 27, 2007 • Q & A