Reader Submitted
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Sawing Twisted Wood
I have some 4″ thick birch that has a small twist. Should I first resaw, then flatten the wood, or flatten the wood, then resaw it?
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Finishing With Polyurethane
I would like to spray a lacquer finish over an oil-based polyurethane, but have been told that the two finishes are not compatible.
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Converting Imperial Measurement to Metric
Is there an easy way of converting imperial measurement to metric for someone who is not good at math?
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Gentlemen and Ladies Weigh in On Woodworking
A message board thread on Polyshades in the last issue had people both damning and defending it, and a few suggesting ways to make it work better.
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Painting Pressure-Treated Wood
I am doing a project indoors and would like to know the process of painting pressure-treated wood.
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Saving Rotted Spalted Wood
I recently came into some spalted maple, but the wood may be too rotted to use. Is there a way to save it?
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Stopping Purpleheart’s Color Change
Is there any finish that will prevent or delay the color change in purpleheart that is exposed to sunlight?
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What’s a Scarf Joint?
I am new to woodworking. What is a scarf joint?
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Follow-up on Fire Safety
Readers share their feelings on trestlewood, fire drills, and grid patterns.
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Spray Lacquer or Brushing Lacquer
What is the difference between spray lacquer and brushing lacquer?
