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Tag: refinishing
3 Best Wood Fillers
There are tons of posts on car bondo wood filler, which I do indeed use quite a bit however there are also other options out there that I would like to share with you plus I will share the surfaces the fillers would be used on.
How to Achieve a Flat Finish
How to achieve a flat finish
China Cabinet Restored to Original
Although we get asked to restore a lot of antiques and vintage furniture, we do get a little giddy about some projects in particular. This China cabinet was one of them, with it’s curved glass sides and quarter sawn oak frame. Over the years, this old girl seemed to have lost her luster… […]
Safety for DIYing and Refinishing
Proper protection for DIYers and refinishers
How to Shop for Painted Furniture
What to look for when shopping for painted furniture.
Roadside Pick Up To Faux Fireplace
Not quite sure what is was used for but it already had the charm of a faux fireplace it just needed some tweaking.
Hoosier Restoration
Hoosier cabinet revamped and saved from a bonfire!
Why We Don’t Use Wax On Furniture!
Wax can also be somewhat sticky, and finger prints can stand out. Dirt can easily adhere to it making it harder to clean. Also, wax is suggested to be reapplied about every year so it is not a low-maintenance option. Wax is used typically more for looks rather than as a durable protectant.
Guide to Wood Finishes
Guide to wood finishes. Types of top coats
How to: Be creative!
Hands down, the best part of this job for me has been handing over a finished piece to a customer and witnessing their reaction. Knowing that the product of my own creative imagination and elbow grease brings someone else so much joy is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever experienced. In a perfect […]
How to: Repair broken veneer
Toady lets discuss veneer repairs on furniture. Occasionally you will not have the missing veneer which there are other options for like getting a veneer pack or using bondo depending on your project.
What is a PATINA?
Patina is color & texture of the surface produced by age & wear. In wood furniture the varnish, shellac, or oil has a tendency to deepen yet retains the transparency.