A sure-fire recipe for turning any wood deep black. Remember the old ad slogan, “better living through chemistry”? When it comes to turning wood black—a process called ebonizing—I prefer the chemical approach, which uses solutions made from vinegar, st…
Read moreAlmost every week on the Open Wire, we get asked some variation of the question: What finish should I use for the top of a dining table? My answer is not going to be the most obvious one (polyurethane/varnish) or the most durable (conversion varnish or – shudder – bartop). Instead, my preferred finish comes…
Read moreJust as you can with wood, you can make hardware look older and more distinctive, create a custom finish, or make sure it never looks its age.
Read moreLearn how to restore your damaged furniture finishes with these practical tips and techniques. Over time, furniture finishes can become dull or develop various marks and blemishes. This guide will help you bring back the shine and beauty of your ……
Read moreA primer on coloring.
By Bob Flexner
Pages: 60-62
From the December 2010 issue # 187
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A wood stain is a colorant (pigment or dye) and a binder (some sort of finish) with a lot of thinner added so the excess stain is easy to…
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