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Finishing & Sanding

Sanding and finishing can become less tedious by using a few of these simple tricks.


Better Color With Glazes

Better Color With Glazes

Deeper, richer, more natural color on your project — that’s the big benefit offered by the simple technique of glazing. Read More

4 Easy Steps For Perfect Surface Prep

4 Easy Steps For Perfect Surface Prep

One of the keys to a top-notch fi nish is to start with a well-prepared “canvas.” I stick to a … Read More

Choosing Drawer Liners

Choosing Drawer Liners

Whether you’re storing tools or protecting fine jewelry, you have a lot of materials to choose from when lining drawers. Read More

Choosing & Using Finish Removers

Choosing & Using Finish Removers

It’s no fun, but sometimes it’s necessary. If a finish has to come off, using the right stripper and approach … Read More

A Guide To Choosing The Best Finish

A Guide To Choosing The Best Finish

Once you know what each type of fi nish brings to the table, making the right choice gets a whole … Read More

Tips For Finishing Poplar

Tips For Finishing Poplar

Here’s the secret to making this low-cost wood look like its expensive cousin cherry. Read More

Working With Milk Paint

Working With Milk Paint

This centuries-old favorite is just the ticket for lending and authentic look to distressed pieces and reproduction furniture. Read More

Sanding Profiles & Contours

Sanding Profiles & Contours

Check out these products and tips for sanding profiles and contours! Read More

Facts About Food-Safe Finishes

Facts About Food-Safe Finishes

Choosing a finish that looks good and is safe to use isn't nearly as you might think. Read More

A Guide To Finishing Solvents

A Guide To Finishing Solvents

To get top-notch finishing results, you need to know which type of solvent is the best choice for the job … Read More

A Look At Oscillating Spindle Sanders

A Look At Oscillating Spindle Sanders

A benchtop spindle sander can make many sanding tasks easier. But more importantly, the finished project will also look better. Read More

A Finish That’s Fast, Easy, And Durable

A Finish That’s Fast, Easy, And Durable

The simple secret is the three ingredients. Each plays and important role in creating a top-notch finish without a lot … Read More

Brushing A Varnish Finish

Brushing A Varnish Finish

The best route to a smooth, durable varnish finish is to apply it the old-fashioned way. Read More

Versatile Disk Sanders

Versatile Disk Sanders

When it comes to most edge-sanding tasks, nothing can match the speed and precision of a disk sander. Read More

High-Tech, Smooth-Cutting Microplane Rasps

High-Tech, Smooth-Cutting Microplane Rasps

When it comes to shaping curved parts for your projects, it's tough to beat the performance of this inexpensive tool. Read More