Touch-up. When removing glue squeeze-out, sand with the grain using P220-grit sandpaper. Keep the block flat against the work to avoid rounding over an edge. Shield adjacent surfaces with a wide ...

In this comprehensive tutorial, you'll learn how to transform old, weathered reclaimed wood into a beautifully finished piece that showcases its unique character. From cleaning and de-nailing to ...

While it’s true that many homeowners and hobbyists attempt to finish interior wooden furniture, trim and cabinets, few people achieve the results they’d hoped for. At least this is certainly the way ...

One of the appealing things about crafting a piece of furniture from wood is that it already has a pleasant color and texture. You might not want to hide it under a coat of paint, and a good stain can ...

Wooden furniture or cabinetry soaked by Sandy-related flood waters might still be salvageable with the help of such familiar household items as baking soda and a blow dryer. Bruce Johnson, author of ...

Furniture artisan Jones, owner of the studio and shop Me & Mrs. Jones , compiles her techniques for furniture transformation into a helpful handbook. She begins with the basics: how to select those ...

There are a few good ways to ruin the original finish on an antique chair, and Karen Keane, CEO of Skinner Inc. in Boston, has seen them all. Karen has examined antique chairs that people have ...