Can You Paint Over Polyurethane?

Painting a Board

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 …

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Can Cedar Be Painted White?

Cedar Board Painted White

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 …

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Can You Stain Mango Wood?

Mango Wood

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 …

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How to Thin Latex & Oil Paints for Spray Guns

How To Thin Paint For A Sprayer

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 …

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How to Prevent Painted Cabinets From Chipping

How to Prevent Painted Cabinets From Chipping

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, …

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