READ THIS BEFORE USING OIL-BASED POLY FINISHES!
Oil-based polyurethane is a durable, versatile finish that can give your woodworking projects a beautiful, long-lasting surface if applied correctly. This guide walks through surface prep, brushing versus wiping techniques, thinning, sanding between coats, and tips for a flawless, glass-smooth finish.
SAND LIKE A PRO
Sanding may be tedious, but mastering it is the difference between a flawless finish and a disappointing project. With the right grits, techniques, and tools, you can get perfectly smooth surfaces every time—without the swirls, pigtails, or frustration.
THE SECRET TO SILKY SMOOTH FINISHES
Learn how to sand between coats for a smooth, professional wood finish. Discover tips for handling raised fibers, dust nibs, shrinkage, and solvents to achieve a flawless result.
THE LIES AND CONFUSION OF TUNG OIL WOOD FINISH
Tung oil can be one of the most beautiful natural wood finishes, but marketing hype and confusing blends have misled generations of woodworkers. This guide breaks down the differences between pure and blended tung oil, how to identify what’s in your can, and how to apply it properly for the best results.
AN ANCIENT WOOD FINISH FORMULA THAT CAN NOT BE MESSED UP!
Wood finishing can be a very intimidating subject for a lot of woodworkers, and I am often asked if there is a simple, effective finish that can't be messed up, doesn't take a lot of time, doesn't cost as much as the wood itself, and which looks great to the eye and is pleasing to the touch.