Note: This guide was updated on the 26th February 2019 to include more specific examples. Before finishing, sand your project or section with 240 grit sandpaper, this gives the surface texture (also known as ‘tooth’) and gives the finish something to cling to. If your wood is oily, (like teak or rosewood) often we […]
[…] will show you how to apply shellac to your project, this can be adapted depending on the project and the coverage you want to achieve. Before applying finish to your project, make sure you have removed any dried glue as this will be visible on your project after the finish is applied and is […]
[…] Make a Wall Shelf: Episode 319 January 2023 Two things Paul has always noticed to be intimidating to woodworkers are recessed or mortised hinge setting and applying finish. Following these steps will give you the confidence and success you want. How to Make a Wall Shelf: Episode 212 January 2023 Two things Paul has […]
[…] 2019 to remove the recommendation for a four-in-hand farrier’s rasp as this is not hardened. Although a hand stitched rasp makes for a more effective cut and finish compared with the machine made ones, as it has irregularly placed teeth, this also makes them much more expensive and less of an entry-level tool for […]
[…] off the varnish from the handle when you get a new wooden-handled hammer and he recommends adding 4 coats of boiled linseed oil over a few days. This finish will ensure the hammer handle keeps in great condition and lasts a long time. Boiled linseed oil can be a fire danger so read up on […]
Two things Paul has always noticed to be intimidating to woodworkers are recessed or mortised hinge setting and applying finish. Following these steps will give you the confidence and success you want.
Two things Paul has always noticed to be intimidating to woodworkers are recessed or mortised hinge setting and applying finish. Following these steps will give you the confidence and success you want.
Two things Paul has always noticed to be intimidating to woodworkers are recessed or mortised hinge setting and applying finish. Following these steps will give you the confidence and success you want.
Two things Paul has always noticed to be intimidating to woodworkers are recessed or mortised hinge setting and applying finish. Following these steps will give you the confidence and success you want.
[…] fine: Grade Name 4 Extra- Coarse 3 Coarse 2 Medium- Coarse 1 Medium 0 Medium- Fine 00 Fine 000 Extra- Fine 0000 Finest Paul recommends 0000 for finishing as this is good for removing surface nibbing or roughness. Steel wool would usually be used on the last application of shellac, once dry, to buff […]