Chemically Stripping Wood

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 208)  

Chemically Stripping WoodChemically Stripping Wood Introduction You may want to replace the toilet in your bathroom for a number of reasons. Perhaps you have a cracked toilet, an antiquated model or one that uses a significant amount of water. There are a number of new models which will match the d�cor of your home and reduce the amount of water required per...

Furniture Refinishing - A Checklist

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 197)  

A ChecklistFurniture Refinishing - Tools and Materials Checklist Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Tools for Cleaning and Testing Natural Bristle Brush Steel Wool (0000-3) Materials for Cleaning and Testing Denatured Paraffin Linseed Oil Cotton Balls Clean Dry Rags Lacquer Thinner.

Furniture Refinishing - Applying the Finish

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 206)  

Applying the FinishFurniture Refinishing - Applying the Finish Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Margin of Error: Properly apply finish to create desired effect and smooth finish Most Common Mistakes Neglecting to apply the finish smoothly, leaving streaks and ridges. Not allowing the finish to...

Furniture Refinishing - Introduction

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 181)  

IntroductionFurniture Refinishing - Bringing Out the Best of the Wood Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist What You Will Be Doing Many who want to refinish a piece of their furniture are put off by the amount of work involved. Others are often times too impatient to complete the job and end...

Furniture Refinishing - Making Repairs

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 181)  

Making RepairsFurniture Refinishing - Making Repairs Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Margin of Error - Exact Most Common Mistakes 1. Failing to make all necessary repairs before refinishing. Although most of us look over our furniture carefully before beginning the stripping process to...

Furniture Refinishing - Preparing the Surface

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 176)  

Preparing the SurfaceFurniture Refinishing - Preparing the Surface Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Most Common Mistakes Not cleaning the surface thoroughly before refinishing. Sometimes, if a piece of furniture is not too badly damaged, or if it is just worn, it is possible to patch up the..

Furniture Refinishing - Sanding the Wood

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 144)  

Sanding the WoodFurniture Refinishing - Sanding the Wood Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Margin of Error : Sand enough to obtain desired finish yet not enough to gouge the wood or sand through the veneer Most Common Mistakes Sanding with an orbital sander that oscillates at less than 8,400...

Furniture Refinishing - Sealing and Wood Finishing

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 149)  

Sealing and Wood FinishingFurniture Refinishing - Applying the Sealer Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Margin of Error: Not applicable Most Common Mistakes Not letting the sealer dry before applying the next coat. A sanding sealer should be applied after a stain. This is a transparent sealer put on the...

Furniture Refinishing - Staining Wood Surfaces

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 133)  

Staining Wood SurfacesFurniture Refinishing - Staining Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Margin of Error: Apply stain properly to create even coloration Most Common Mistake Leaving the stain on too long--five minutes is a sufficient test time. You can always apply more. It is your personal...

Furniture Refinishing - Stripping the Wood

( Date Added: Sun Oct 13 2002   Visits: 108)  

Stripping the WoodFurniture Refinishing - Stripping the Wood Intro - Prep - Surface Prep - Strip - Repairs - Sanding - Staining - Sealer - Finish - Checklist Margin of Error. Remove Paint and Paint H aze Most Common Mistakes Attempting to refinish a piece that is fully assembled. Break it down when you can for an easier, more thorough job. Leaving the tops.