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Woodworking Articles

Throughout my career as a woodworker, spanning both my hobbyist and professional years, I have had the honor and pleasure of both teaching and writing articles on various woodworking topics. Articles on Finishing & Refinishing are the most numerous since that subject has held my interest from my earliest days as a woodworker. I still recall the finish I applied to my first woodworking project in Lloyd Near's 7th grade shop class; a simple skirt hanger for my mother, finished with shellac and hand rubbed with pumice until the surface was glass smooth.

These articles reflect my experiences and observations. From time to time, I will add to this collection as I continue to explore and (hopefully) to learn. Whatever I may have to offer in these articles is simply my attempt to share with other woodworkers the fruits of my God given vocation. Your comments, suggestions and questions are, of course, welcome.


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Finishing & Refinishing

Basic Finishing

What Is A Woodworker To Do? OK, What Is An Oil-Finish? Oil/Varnish Blends Oil-Based Varnish Marine Varnish "Water-Based" Finishes Sealers, What are they...

Coloring Wood

Dyes, The Transparent Alternative to Stain Put The Life Back in Steamed Walnut Working With Water-Soluble Dye Poplar to Cherry

Special Applications

Cutting Board Finish Applying Varnish with a Brush Raising The Grain Finishing In A Cold Shop BrushCare Workbench Finish What Is That Finish?

Shellac

Introduction to Shellac Shellac, The Miracle Finish Applying Shellac Grain Filling with Shellac Mixing Shellac Shellac Repair

Paint & Painting

Paint On A Clear Finish Milk Paint Milk Paint Users, BEWARE!

"Water-Borne" Finishes

What Is A "Water-Borne" Finish Latex Paint?  Never!