Sanding sealer and polyurethane have some basic characteristics in common, but there are many differences as well. Find out when to use sanding sealer, when to use polyurethane, and which is better. I’ll compare and contrast these two products so you can choose the one that’s right for you. What Is Sanding Sealer? Sanding sealer …
Sanding cedar is a little different than sanding any other kind of wood because it is so soft. In this article, you’ll learn how to sand cedar wood without damaging it. I’ll also teach you how to sand cedar siding, how to refresh aromatic cedar and explain when sanding cedar could be dangerous. Cedar Wood …
Joining two pieces of wood is the most basic of woodworking tasks. There are many ways to join wood together to make corners or wider boards. In this article, learn about different ways to make wood joints out of two pieces of wood. How to Join Two Pieces of Wood to Make a Wider Board …
Whether you’ve botched a stain job or are simply refinishing an old piece, this article will give you all the info you need to remove oil based stain from wood. After describing and defining oil-based stain, I’ll tell you how to get past protective coatings to the stain underneath. Then, get step-by-step instructions for three …
When you want to darken the stain on the existing wood finish, one option is to completely refinish it. However, you can also darken the existing stain. In this article, you’ll learn how to prepare wood furniture to be darkened, four different methods for darkening stain on wood furniture, and how to choose between them. …
Stains can be frustratingly limited when it comes to color choices. Typically, several different shades of brown are offered, with maybe one or two other colors such as gray and blue. If you want more colors to choose from, make your own wood stain using acrylic paint. This article covers two methods to choose: craft …
Tired, dingy, or dull kitchen cabinets need a refresh? Don’t have the time, space, or energy to spend hours sanding? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with some general tips and step-by-step instructions for three kitchen cabinet refinishing methods – no sanding required. Staining Kitchen Cabinets Without Sanding Before getting into specifics, here are some …
Learn the major differentiating factor between siphon feed vs gravity feed, when to use each type of feed, and which is better overall.
Keep reading to learn all about wiping stain vs gel stain, when to use them, and the major differentiating factor between them.
Deciding whether to use wiping stain vs penetrating stain? We’ll even give you examples of our view on which type of stain is better.
If you’re not sure which paint sprayer to choose, read on to find out the most important differences between HVLP vs airless paint sprayer
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