Getting Started With Woodworking
When we talk about different types of wood finish, two types get mentioned regularly, and they are Danish oil and polyurethane varnish. The first one is a natural extract mixed with some additives, both natural and artificial. Polyurethane varnish is a synthetic product but may contain some natural additives as well. Today, both these finishes … Read more
Items made of wood are and will always be appealing. There is something about the way the grain patterns and the color of the wood that makes it very attractive. We call the last stage of creating any woodworking item as applying a “finish.” You can read more about how to use different types of … Read more
One of the essential stages of woodworking is applying a finish to the wood. Even the most skillfully-executed woodworking project will appear incomplete if it doesn’t have a proper finish. By “finish,” we refer to applying a coating to the surface of the wood to enhance its appearance and add a protective layer to it. … Read more
Wood made of teak is good-looking, durable, and practical. You can leave it out in any weather, and it will retain its original shape. Teak is also a hardwood that does not easily crack or splinter with exposure to the sun. It has a natural resistance to termites. With the right type of care and … Read more
Shellac, a resin that occurs naturally, finds several uses, not only in woodworking but also in other areas. In woodworking, you can find shellac in liquid as well as solid form. A popular way to procure shellac is in the form of shellac flakes, making it convenient to carry and use. Shellac plays a prominent … Read more
We all know cherry wood as a popular type of wood for using to make various types of indoor furniture. Cherry wood enjoys wide popularity because it is available in so many regions of the world. The most prominent variety of cherry wood is American black cherry, also known by its botanical name Prunus serotina. … Read more
You may have outdoor space like a backyard or garden where you have a deck or patio. If so, you are likely to have some outdoor furniture ranged around. We get outdoor furniture made of different materials like steel, plastic, and wood. If you have outdoor furniture made of wood, you need to take certain … Read more
As a woodworker, you will need to be acquainted with different types of wood finishes. Two popular wood finishes that you can get are boiled linseed oil and tung oil. Each of these oils has its advantages and disadvantages. Moreover, you need to adopt different procedures to use each oil. Linseed Oil and Tung Oil … Read more
It is not compulsory to stain wood on completion of a job. However, you can apply a wood finish which serves to protect the surface of the wood. If you don’t provide a finish, the wood could dry out, become dull and deteriorate, on exposure to moisture and heat. The wood may also swell, so … Read more
If you have wooden furniture that you wish to treat with oil, chances are you’ve heard of three popular oils to choose from. There is Teak oil, Tung oil, and Danish oil. Tung, Teak and Danish oils are three of the most common wood finishes used. All three oils have benefits that can help preserve … Read more