finish

I've tried the finish described in Tom Wirsing's February 2018 article. I love the way it makes some woods look, especially cherry. The only thing I am not satisfied with is the sheen. I'd like it to be a bit shinier than a dullish looking satin finish, which is the best I have obtained so...

After some Internet research it looks like HDPE plastic is immune to any problems with a finish except for CA where some pen turners will stop after a few coats of CA to break the HDPE loose. I am making some HDPE "soft touches" for my live center and before I put too much time and faith in...

I am working on a plate and did Sick n Burn with colors provides by Welborn Gourds Translucent powders. A totally new process for me. My question relates to finish over this powder I tried shellac since it is the all purpose finish but it basically makes the powder float. I had some spray for...

Hi, every one, I have a problem with this finish and am hung up for an answer to remedy this for almost more than a month. I have taken this bowl to the local club and called and talked to some of my friends whom I respect their knowledge n our trade. they could not render any tips that would...

My favorite finish is 1.5# shellac (super blonde if it matters) followed by yorkshire grit and friction. I am starting to get into texturing (knurling and chatter) and am concerned about the Yorkshire grit building up in the texture. I tried a piece of walnut sanded to 400, shellacked...

I have seen some outstanding turnings since I joined the forum. My request is to include the finish used along with other information as species of wood, etc. Many thanks. One good turn deserves another!

I have been turning buckeye burl for years now. The finish turns it yellow. I use Master's spray lacquer from Craft's Supply. Does anyone know of a different finish that will not turn it yellow? Appreciate any help. Dave

I have an idea of what might be best for this project but want some opinions. Have a possible project coming up to make from 12 to 16 offering plates. Hopefully this will be in white oak even tho the pews are red oak. I want the finish to be reparable and yet sturdy. These are the finishes I...

This may sound silly...but I'll try. Does anyone have favorite gloves for finishing? I simply hate gloves. I have been using black nitrile gloves for the last decade or so, and manage to squeak a few uses out of a pair...but I find the fit to be terrible. I'm hoping for something a little...

From various videos I see that most people apply a finish while the item is on the lathe. Yesterday I was watching a DVD (Bat Houses by David Best) and he was using a painters brush to apply lacquer. Although he covered up the ways with a paper towel it looked like he got the lacquer on the...

I'm a traditionalist, or at least I've been accused of being one. I use finishes with no synthetic thinners. I'm moving away from walnut oil in favor of Tried and True Original finish, which is mostly linseed with some bees wax. I've also played around with Danish oil and their varnish...

I have a saucepan that was my mother's. The wood handle has deteriorated over time and I want to replace it with the same contours as the original. Basically, it will be coves and rounded high places (can't recall the term for it). I have some cherry that has been in the dry for over a year...

Many DVDs talk about using Walnut Oil as a finish. Today I decided to order some and give it a try. But there are many types of Walnut Oil advertised: cold pressed, organic, roasted, organic carrier, etc. What type of Walnut oil do I need or will they all work?