Reader Submitted
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Stain from Walnut Trees
I have a walnut tree, and have heard of making stain from the green hull of the walnut. Can you tell me how? Also what would the shelf life be?
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Strip and Refinish Wood Entryway
How can I strip and refinish the outside to match the inside, using something that will look good and protect the wood from the afternoon sun?
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Flickering Halogen Lighting?
I installed a halogen bulb in the work light of my band saw. The halogen “flickers” with the vibrations of the saw, so I tried an incandescent, and found no flicker. Any ideas?
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Hide Glue from Stain Wood Finish
How is it possible not to have glue show through stain on wood finish? I always get some spots showing. Is there something you can get to put over the glue before you stain?
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Wood Splitting on Lathe Projects
I’ve been told to paint the ends of the logs and give them about a year to stabilize before use. Is this the answer to my problem?
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Friendly Rivals: Woodworking Projects, Tools – and Spelling
Readers write in concerning bread cutter plans and end grain. Also, a friendly rivalry about who’s small town has better spelling skills.
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Our Readers Keep Us on Our Toes
We heard from a few readers who had more ideas about how to sharpen straight edge chisels. Plus a reader’s take on Michael Dresner’s spray booth.
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What’s the Difference Between Arch vs. Arc
I would like to know what the difference (mathematical anyway) is between an arch and an arc.
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Dusty Finish
Have you ever heard of just leaving the dust from sanding in between coats of varnish or whatever? A fellow that worked in a cabinet shop for about 15 years says that if you leave the dust from sanding, that it makes for a stronger, better looking finish.
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Help Sheet Tilter
I recently had shoulder reconstruction due to too much heavy lifting. Can anybody assist me with a design for a home made mechanical helper to tilt a sheet (8 x 4) feet of MDF from a vertical position to a horizontal position?
