MDF is an adaptable material that has a wide range of uses, from cabinetry to soundproofing. However, MDF is far from a natural material. This wood composite has no grain texture to speak off. And, as a manufactured wood, it is fairly plain to look at. But, its nothing that a coat of paint can’t […]
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Polyurethane can do a lot of things. It can protect wood from scratches and scrapes. And it can make the surface of wood water-resistant, and better able to shrug off water-damage. Plus, certain specialty polyurethane finishes, can weatherproof wood against the great outdoors. So, if it can do all that, what can polyurethane do about
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Polyurethane is one of the most popular wood finishes on the market. It’s easy to apply, and dries fast. Plus, it is one of the more durable wood sealers you can use to safeguard wood from water-damage. But, a quick-drying finish can only dry as fast as conditions will allow. Too much humidity, and polyurethane
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Making your own furniture is a great way to create a custom piece that compliments the aesthetic of your home. But there are so many different aspects of woodworking that can effect the durability of your wood furniture. Yet, when it comes to exact wood seasoning methods, can this too also impact the quality of
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When you’re making a decorative cutting board, you have a wide range of different woods to choose from. Everything from the appearance of the grain — to how well that wood takes on wood glue — come to mind. But, when it comes to making a cutting board that you’ll actually be prepping food on,
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Ebony wood is a dense tough lumber. And, due to the oils saturating Ebony, this rot-resistant timber isn’t the easiest lumber to work with. Thanks to this woods high density, it is tough to machine. Plus, its excess natural tree oils make it difficult to glue and seal. So, you’ll certainly have your work cut
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Polycrylic is a popular quick-drying wood sealer that does a fantastic job at protecting interior wooden surfaces. What’s more, this urethane-based wood sealer is both scratch-resistant and incredibly easy to apply. But, is it the best way to protect a coat of chalk paint from scratches? Well, in this post you’ll learn why you need
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Chalk paint is a quick-drying water-based paint that can give wooden furniture a wonderfully matte coat of color. But, kitchen tables are items of furniture that see a lot of daily use. And while chalk paint looks great, a coat of chalk paint alone can end up flaking off. So, lets say that you have
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Spar Urethane is a mold-resistant, water-resistant — and even UV-resistant — wood sealant. Pure Tung oil, on the other hand, is fairly water-repellent. But, it does not include any of the other weatherproofing qualities of Spar Urethane. That’s why Tung oil is far from a long-lasting exterior wood finish. But will a few coats of
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Both polyurethane and polycrylic are urethane-based sealants, and they’re fantastic at safeguarding wood from water-damage and scratches. Widely used to seal everything from cabinets to chairs, there are few easily accessible finishes that are as simple to apply as these two sealers. Now, we know they work great on wood. However, do they work equally
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