finishing
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Why Is My Poly Peeling?
I have heard from two people that have my projects that the urethane is peeling. What do you think the cause of this could be?
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The Decking is Beckoning
The arrival of hot, dry weather reminds me that, though it may be tedious to work in, it’s perfect for the annual drudgery of the deck.
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What Finishes Stick to Chair Cane?
What stain or paint will stick to chair cane?
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Sock It To Your Finish
Finishing had never been my best suit. Early on, I made a beautiful piece of furniture and ruined the appearance with the finish.
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Guitar Build Afterglow
A couple of weeks back, I had the opportunity to join my boss, Rob Johnstone, and George Vondriska – one of our frequent contributors – in Chicago at Craftsman Experience.
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Take Finishing to the Mat
Instead of throwing away the old plastic carpet protector mat under my desk chair, I cut it into squares for use during finishing and gluing.
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Best Recipe for Removing Dust?
I’d like to know from your woodworking experts whether there is a home concoction one can make up to remove dust from a project just prior to finishing.
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Disposable Finish Decanter
When I buy a new gallon of finish, I can’t seem to pour some out without spilling.
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The Artful Codger
A while ago, I found a really interesting looking piece of wood – it was cut from the outer aspect of a huge bubinga log. The tree was a monster, almost 400 years old, and for that reason, this piece – which contained bark and exposed sapwood – was able to be sawn flat.
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UGL: Committed to DIY-friendly Wood Finishes Since 1958
Why would a company that makes asphalt roof coatings, furnace cement and masonry sealants get into the wood finishes business?
