Dear James: I recently bought an older house. It has beautiful cherry woodwork that needs to be refinished. I have heard about a French-polish finish. Is this a good finish to use and how do I do it? ...

My buddy Chuck called me the other day and asked me to help out with a project. His wife, Kate, had lost her mother earlier in the year. When her mom’s estate was divided up, Kate got her mom’s Singer ...

Next time you’re working on a project that needs a durable wood finish, don’t grab the polyurethane. Follow [Victor Ola’s] advice and raid your grandparent’s record cabinet for some old 78 records.

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The film "Wood Finishing" (1956) provides a comprehensive guide on how to select and apply various wood finishes. It emphasizes the importance of preparing a smooth surface before finishing, discusses ...

Now is a good time to refinish furniture and other woodwork because ample ventilation can be easily supplied to avoid breathing harmful fumes. It is also high season for antiques sales and flea ...