Whether new or old, acquiring furniture is always fun yet a challenging task to customize. The primary type of furniture that is usually refurbished or customized is wood. One of the types of wood that is perfect for customizing would be oak. Oak furniture can be painted on, either by brush or spray paint. However, […]
One of the most popular hardwoods for interior applications, birch brings a nice, uniform wood grain to furniture. It is hardwood, which means it’s pretty tough. But even the hardest woods can take on dings, dents, and scratches, so sometimes, we need to refinish our birch furniture. The process isn’t complicated, but you have to […]
Cherry wood furniture is more popular than perhaps ever before. It’s overtaken darker woods, such as mahogany, as a premium choice. Maybe you’ve heard how it tends to have blotchiness, and you’re worried your cherry wood is stained. No, cherry furniture is often not stained. Furniture makers will generally choose toners and clear glazes. Glazes […]
The whitewashing technique can breathe new life into old pieces of furniture. As a simple DIY task, it’s quickly done at home without any special tools or expensive equipment, making it an excellent project for a novice DIYer. Whitewashing might be the best way to do it if you’ve got an old piece of furniture […]
Oakwood makes a great wood for different woodworking projects like flooring and even cabinetry thanks to its resounding strength. In its natural state, oakwood is outstanding. Even so, you can always make it even better through staining and other types of wood finishes! One question though, does oak wood stain well? Oakwood stains well thanks …
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Priming is a crucial component of painting as it prepares the surface for the subsequent coat. But what is wood primer? Primer is paint without pigments; it has resins as the main components. The primer’s role is to create a bond between the substratum surface and the paint by providing a uniform surface suitable for …
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The primary goal when handling woodwork is to deliver a protected and durable surface. But sometimes, one must apply a wood finish to preserve the lumber’s integrity. In addition, you may have to use multiple wood formulas to guarantee the desired outcome. However, first things first: it is essential to learn which finishes to combine …
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Today, I want to answer this prevalent question, Can You Polyurethane Over Tacky Stain? Keep reading for more… Isn’t it mind-blowing to know that you can achieve whatever finish you wish in your woodworking projects? Staining remains iconic in wood finishing as it retains the natural beauty of the wood while protecting it. So …
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Ryobi is a relatively popular brand for power tools and outdoor tools, but there are also a lot of mixed reviews. Some people love the equipment and claim it works great, whereas others are disappointed with the quality and the appearance and want something more professional. So which is it really; are Ryobi tools good? […]
Kobalt is a reasonably well-known brand in North America. Even though it has a relatively short history in the industry (compared to other high-profile companies), throughout its decades of service, Kobalt has created a loyal customer base that stands by its products and their quality. Therefore, this article is for you if you’re looking to […]