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Two Finishes Feedback
Readers share their opinions about Rubio Monocoat and Odie’s Oil.
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Finishing: Keep It the Same or Learn New Options?
Do you stick with what works when it comes to wood finishing, or do you sometimes try new methods and materials?
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Finish Shelf Life, and How to Extend It
Learn how to store your finish, how to tell if it’s still any good and how to get rid of it when you need to.
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When are Tack Cloths a No-No?
Tack cloths have been used by finishers for a very long time, but are there situations when a tack cloth isn’t advisable or even detrimental to finishing?
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Best Protective Birdhouse Finish?
How do I keep a painted birdhouse’s colors from fading in the sun if I leave it out year-round? Is there a best paint to use?
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Applying Oil Finishes and Varnishes on Wood
Oil finishes: an eco-friendly option that’s easy to apply. Both true oils and varnishes are simple to use and make for a beautiful finish.
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How to Eliminate Mice Odors?
What’s the best way to seal in the mice odors on these vintage drawers?
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Howard Products: Making Wood Care Easy
Penetrating wood finish restorer launches a half century of DIY wood, metal and leather care products.
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Best Way to Finish Ceiling Paneling?
Is an HVLP sprayer the best tool to use for finishing my pine tongue and groove ceiling? Or are there other better options?
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Lighter Finish for Breadboards?
Does anyone know of a lighter, more natural-wood looking finish for end grain cutting boards than mineral oil?
