Danish oil is all the rage. This is because this incredibly popular finish dries faster than other oils like Linseed and Tung oil. And once cured, it leaves behind a satin looking finish that really brings out the wood grain detail on almost any wooden surface – including Oak, Pine, and Beech. But would Danish […]
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Okay, so you’re here because you’ve heard that thinning linseed oil will help it really soak into wood. Just mix it with some mineral spirit and you’re away… seems simple right? Well, the aim of coating on linseed oil is so that it protects and strengthens wood, both inside and out. So the deeper it
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As woodworkers, it’s not often you get the opportunity to work with a timber like Mango wood. Which is surprising, because compared to its hardwood compatriots – such as Oak and Mahogany – Mango wood is relatively inexpensive. Related Post: What You Need To Know About Alder Vs Mahogany Wood The distinctive straight grain of
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When it comes to finishing natural wood, a good quality stain coat can be more than enough to make that lumber look great. But when it comes to manufactured woods, (such as Plywood and MDF), applying a stain can sometimes be a little bit more tricky. Let’s take Particleboard, for example. This engineered wood is
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Have you ever wondered why water rings form on wood finishes? Well it all boils down to moisture in the form of steam or condensation. You set a cold beer bottle on top a nicely finished table top, and the watery condensation from it is going to get into the finish. Same thing happens when
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We’ve all seen those amazing maple wood dining tables. That’s because this close-grained hardwood is a strong timber that takes on wood stains incredibly well. Yet, unfortunately, Maple is more vulnerable to decay compared to other types of wood. But, to be clear, it is still a very durable lumber that is officially tougher than
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Making a simple DIY bird feeder is a great way to combine your love of woodworking with your love of nature. Those wooden little boxes will help you provide a nutritious supply of food for our feathered friends – all year long. Now, making a wooden bird feeder is all well and good. But, what
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When it comes to finishing wood, you have a whole lot of options. From shellac to varnish, olive oil to raw linseed oil, the range is bewildering. Choosing the right finish, however, isn’t just about maintaining the good looks of wood grain. It is also about protecting wood from moisture and scratches. As well as
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Cypress wood is a bit of a maverick. That’s because this honey-hued lumber is well suited to the great outdoors, all thanks to its extraordinary level of water-resistance. And cypress woods natural water-resistance is down to a little preservative called Cypressene. Produced inside the heartwood of cypress trees, this oil like substance works to prevent
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If you’ve ever worked with epoxy before, you’ve probably learned through trial and error that this resinous stuff doesn’t do it’s best work when applied directly onto bare wood. This is because epoxy likes to seep into gaps and cracks. As a general rule of thumb, epoxy doesn’t really penetrate wood the way that say
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