| Cherry Corner-Shelf -- Finishing Touches |
From "Wood Works"
episode WWK-312 |
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Cherry Corner-Shelf -- Finishing Touches To finish up the corner-shelf display stand, a wood finish is applied. When the finish is applied, the true beauty of the cherry and contrasting wengae begins to shine through. Wengae and cherry already have a spectacular color, so a simple finish is all that's needed. We used tung-oil to bring out the natural luster of the woods. Materials: Tung-oil finish
Paint brushes
Rags Note: Cut sizes may vary. For exact measurements, please contact David Marks through his Web site -- information below under Resources. Safety Alert: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses when working with wood, power-tools, saws, drills, routers, etc. Safety Alert: Always wear protective gloves when working with wood stains, dyes, solvents and other toxic solutions. Steps: - Once the glue has dried from the final glue-up, remove the blue carpenter's tape and clean up any glue squeeze-out.
- Apply the tung-oil finish with a brush (figure A), and rub it in well with a cloth. The tung oil provides a natural and attractive finish, and it won't interact with the dye used for the ebonized effect on the legs. In fact, the tung oil will help seal in the rich, dark color of the dye.
- If you want a more durable finish, you could use a spray lacquer or polyurethane. Always be sure to apply spray finishes in a well-ventilated area.
Wood-Dent Repair Tip: If the dyed-wood surface ever gets dented or scratched (figure B), it can be repaired if the damage is not too severe. Simply dampen the wood with a soft cloth, and place a hot iron onto the wood, using the cloth as a barrier (figure C). The hot iron should expand the wood fibers and remove the dent. It may also remove the ebonized look, so you may need to sand the area slightly and reapply some of the dye to match. Seal the repair with a few light coats of tung-oil. Sponsored Resource
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RESOURCES :
Fine Woodworking
A magazine devoted to high-quality craftsmanship in woodworking.
The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
The Small Wood Shop (The Best of Fine Woodworking)
Author: Helen Albert (Editor)
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1561580619
Woodworking Techniques: Best Methods for Building Furniture from Fine Woodworking
Author: Editors of Fine Woodworking magazine
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1561583456
Mastering Woodworking Machines (Fine Woodworking Book)
Author: Mark Duginske
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 0942391985
David Marks Website
David Marks, DIY's Wood Works host, is a master woodworker. For more information on cut sizes and project details, please contact him via his Website at www.djmarks.com
Popular Woodworking
F & W Publications, Inc.
Website: www.popularwoodworking.com
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