Donna,
More than likely it was the water wash-off of the soy gel stripper. Be sure that when you sand off the fuzz keep changing to fresh sandpaper often. The only thing that will cut the fuzz is sharp, fresh paper.
Bob, As Jake stated, the leaves were in like new condition and wanted to strip them too so all parts would match in color. For some reason he says that while he was able to strip the table and legs, he is unable to remove the finish on the leaves. Quite frankly, I don't understand how 180 grit sandp...
Maybe stain the oak top and paint the base. The two wood types will give you color match problems along with the possibility of blotchy staining and grain reversal of the pine.
A gell stain may be a possible solution for you to build the color.
First off I'd like to say that it would be a shame for that great bench to not again be used for woodworking. That said, I also think that to remove the patina would be a sin. I would do the absolute minimum to clean it, maybe a wipe down with mineral spirits to remove any oily residue and then I wo...
Bob, I think he is using the pieces for his "front room"
The only thing I would comment on is the wood looks like pine and if staining, maybe a gel stain to minimize any more blotching. Although since it is rustic, maybe blotching is not a consideration.
In a word, paint. If you are trying to get an even stain, that will not happen with the mixture of components that you have there. You could spray tone the entire side, but with the amount of pigment that would be required to cover the defect you would back to the opacity of paint.
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Did you buy Gorilla urethane or the yellow wood glue? Follow the bottle directions exactly for best results. If there is any bowing of the wood along the surface to be joined, you won't be able to pull the joint together with a strap. Before you glue up the surfaces, test clamp the pieces together d...
Two problems I see. If you wedge the table between two walls, and I wouldn't try that, make sure if you do to cover the floor with wax paper. Secondly, if you wax the top to resist the glue, you will also resist any finish you try to put on top of the wax. With yellow glue you would be better off le...
I don't know how much more room you need, but if it is less than two inches, you might be better off taking off the front door and molding and removing the door jamb. The old saying of measure twice and cut once also applies to purchasing furniture. Measure before buying. :-) Without seeing the join...
If you have to, you can remove the grips and soak in mineral spirits (paint thinner)to soften the grime. That won't harm the wood. Just let them air dry (evaporate) the thinner for a day or so before reassembly. Very nice pistol to have as a collectors item, especially if it is in good shape. A lot ...
As a woodworker, I would hope that if I made something for good friend and they accidently damaged it, that they would contact me to see if I could make it whole again. That would be a much better plan than having it made worse by someone with no experience.
In a word, yes. You have sanded through the veneer on the top and the only way to repair such a large area at this point would be to apply a new veneer.
If you want to dull your knives, put them in the dishwasher. If you want them to remain sharp for as long as possible, wash them by hand immediately after use. As Bob stated, allow the handles to completely dry, lightly sand with 400 grit paper and then you can use your oil. Rub in a good coating of...
Party while the parents are away? Shame on you for doing what all young folks have done for centuries. I would say that if you are trying to hide your misdeeds, then take it to a professional. Better to pay the man in pounds than in pounds of flesh to your parents.
How are the drawer runners attached to the rear of the drawer divider? If it is tongue and groove, I would glue the tongue into the rear of the drawer divider and put a slot in the rear of the runner and attach the rear of the runner with one screw so the side can expand and contract without tearing...