Reader Submitted
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Removing Old Veneer
How do you remove old veneer that is starting to peel?
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Reducing Static Cling on Plastic Face Masks
Does anyone make a product to reduce the static cling for plastic face masks?
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Coloring Waterbased Finishes
Can waterbased finish be colored with bright yellows, reds and other bright colors?
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George Washington’s Teeth
Our last issue had a bit about whether or not Washington was a Shaker, and we picked up the motif in the introduction to the free plans by saying “Whether the spirit of George Washington is or isn’t a Shaker, we suspect he would find this little table a handy place to set his wooden teeth.”
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Quick and Easy Finish for Alder
I am a looking for a quick and easy finish that my students can use for alder.
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Purpleheart Color Retention
I purchased purpleheart for a music box. As I sanded it, the purple color diminished greatly. What can I do to get the color back?
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Bit and Blade Lubricants
Are there bit and blade lubricants that do not cause problems for either glue or finish?
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Readers Pipe Up
In an answer to a question about compressed air lines, one of our experts said that both hard drawn copper and black pipe were acceptable. That drew these responses.
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Waterbased vs. Oil-based Stains
Could you discuss any pros and cons regarding waterbased versus oil-based stains?
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Sanding Veneer
I’m refinishing 40-year-old plywood kitchen cabinet doors and am nervous about sanding through the veneer, but it appears to be about one eighth inch thick. Is that possible?