I have found that nothing changes the appearance of a project as much as your finish selection. When it comes to oil-based Varnishes, Tru Oil and Danish Oil are two somewhat identical options. You should use Tru Oil to achieve a polished appearance, while Danish Oil should be used to strengthen wood surfaces without altering…
Whenever people ask me specific questions about veneer, I give them the same answer as I would for wood. My answer is no different when the question is about using the oil for finishing an Oak veneer door. Can you use Danish Oil on Oak veneer doors? You can use Danish Oil on Oak Veneer…
I bought IKEA LACK shelves around a month ago, and as fruitful as the end result was, I found it quite frustrating that there were no screws in the package. Had I known what size screws to use, I would have already arranged to have them by the time the shelf was delivered. Fortunately, the…
Linseed treatment is easy on the eyes and the wallet. But what do you do when you’ve already treated a block of wood with linseed oil and still have more to do? Don’t worry; I have found from personal experience that the traditional wisdom regarding oil and adhesives doesn’t apply to linseed-oil-treated wood. On average,…
One of the most annoying things about starting a complex project is finding out you need a tool you do not have. And as a self-taught woodworker, I know that the marking knife can be one of the easiest things to forget when shopping for tools. If you’re like me and in a position, I…
Sanding sealer protects the surface of wood furniture, but it also provides a smooth surface that’s ideal for paints and finishes. But oiling wooden furniture is one of the best ways to waterproof the wood and keep it looking its best. This begs the question, “Can you put Danish oil over the sanding sealer?” You…
