Most chemical strippers need to be scraped away using a putty knife and steel wool to remove the entire finish. Some paint strippers might still require you to sand down the wood piece to remove ...

Save guides, add subjects and pick up where you left off with your BBC account. When selecting materials and surface finishes for a product, consider its intended use and the required properties ...

Finishes vary according to how much of the wood’s natural grain they show. The best opaque treatments tend to last the longest. But you may prefer a semi-transparent or clear finish for ...