Reader Submitted

Coloring Waterbased Finishes

Can waterbased finish be colored with bright yellows, reds and other bright colors?

by Reader Submitted • Oct 10, 2006 • Q & A
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.”

by Reader Submitted • Oct 10, 2006 • Feedback
Quick and Easy Finish for Alder

I am a looking for a quick and easy finish that my students can use for alder.

by Reader Submitted • Sep 26, 2006 • Q & A
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?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 26, 2006 • Q & A
Bit and Blade Lubricants

Are there bit and blade lubricants that do not cause problems for either glue or finish?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 26, 2006 • Q & A
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.

by Reader Submitted • Sep 26, 2006 • Feedback
Waterbased vs. Oil-based Stains

Could you discuss any pros and cons regarding waterbased versus oil-based stains?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 12, 2006 • Q & A
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?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 12, 2006 • Q & A
Air Supply Line

Can I use half-inch copper water line to run an air supply line about 45 feet?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 12, 2006 • Q & A
Homestead Heritage

Thanks for the article on Homestead Heritage. Could you share the names of the 10 tools and three joints?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 12, 2006 • Feedback