As a musician you have a lot of options when it comes to choosing the right type of tonewood for your next instrument. There’s Rosewood, Maple, Basswood and Purpleheart – plus many more besides. And what makes this specific range of wood types so special is in the way that they resonate. It’s why the …
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Polyurethane is a pretty easy finish to use. It seals, waterproofs, and protects all-in-one. And, it can do all of that when applied to most any type of wood. But, Poplar wood is a notoriously tricky lumber to seal. It doesn’t take stains well… and oil finishes can end up looking blotchy too. This is …
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You’re probably already familiar with oil finishes. Typically used to enhance the look of wood, (and protect woodwork from moisture), these high quality oil blends are help to preserve wood from the inside out. Danish oil, (a finish made from a blend of linseed oil and varnish), is one such finish. Cost-effective and simple to …
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There’s a little more to applying a coat of paint than most people think. From the primer, to the undercoat, to the sealer… each step is important if you want that paint job done right. But, what happens when you find yourself sat around waiting for paint to dry (literally!). Because, well, gloss paint should …
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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 …
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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The Cricut Maker is all the rage. Hobby crafters around the world are absolutely loving this clever piece of crafting gadgetry. And why wouldn’t you? This all-in-one tool can engrave, draw, and score across a wide range of materials. From paper to cardboard to even wood… the Cricut can make short work of it all. …
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