What Is Polyurethane? Polyurethane is a versatile polymer material that is made by reacting a polyol with an isocyanate. The resulting product is a strong, durable material that can be used in a wide variety of applications. Polyurethanes are known …
The white picket fence was always a part of the American home ownership dream. It wasn’t meant to keep pesky animals out, animals that might feast on your flowers or lawn; it was meant to put a finishing touch on …
We’re so lucky to have so many different kinds of woods available to us to work within our shop. Supply chains have recovered somewhat from the disarray caused by the COVID pandemic, and lumber yards and specialty wood shops both …
Valspar paint, known for its affordability and wide color range, often becomes the center of discussion among DIY enthusiasts for its performance. Consumer feedback points to challenges with coverage and durability, with reports of additional coats needed and premature peeling …
It’s inevitable that we will make holes in or dent wood as we work with it on a project. We have sharp tools in our hands and in our shop, and sometimes our hands are clumsy. We have hammers and …
I winced, looking at the scratches and dings all over my dresser, wondering if all that wood filler I’d smoothed into the gashes would prevent the new paint from adhering properly. Should I prime it first? Before you risk peeling …
As I eagerly cracked open the can of Rust-Oleum I’d grabbed to paint a wooden side table, doubts started flooding my mind. Would this industrial metal paint actually adhere properly and look decent on wood? Hold on before you slap …
Everyone seems to have their own opinion about the best type of paint for their wood piece of furniture. Whether the project is new and a raw wood surface awaits the paint, or the piece to be painted is a …
Thinning paint is crucial for spray painting, ensuring that you achieve a smooth, professional-quality finish when using a paint sprayer. This process optimizes the paint’s performance, allowing for impeccable results every time. Whether you’re working with latex, oil-based paint, or …
The expression “good things come to those who wait,” a synonym for the proverbial saying “Patience is a virtue,” certainly applies to kitchen cabinets. If your current or planned woodworking project is new cabinets, or even just new cabinet doors, …
Spray painting latex paint with an HVLP system allows DIYers and professionals to achieve smooth, flawless finishes. This article provides best practices for setup, techniques, and troubleshooting when using HVLP guns with latex paint. We will discuss proper paint thinning, …