Bernie Bottens
Read the latest blogs on wood finishing techniques from Bernie Bottens. Stay informed on ways to finish your wood products.
How Tape and Putty Work Together to Fix Wood Splintering
By Bernie Bottens | Updated: 08/16/2012 10:00:00 AM
Finishing the discussion on how tape can reduce splintering followed by an explanation on how water-based wood putty helps fill cracks and holes in your wood project.
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How To Prevent Oak Splintering in Cross Cuts
By Bernie Bottens | Updated: 08/09/2012 10:00:00 AM
How masking tape prevents red oak splintering during cuts and guides your project cleanly. And a finishing guy admits he hates sanding.
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Wood Finishing 2.0
By Bernie Bottens | Updated: 07/26/2012 9:28:00 AM
Bernie recommends the latest finishing book, "Wood Finishing 2.0," from an old friend.
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Dye and Wipe Finishing Options
By Bernie Bottens | Updated: 07/19/2012 9:13:00 AM
Depending on the look required of a project and the species of wood involved, a dye and a wipe may be a better finishing option.
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Dark Cabinet Colors? Use A Dye and A Wipe
By Bernie Bottens | Updated: 07/12/2012 11:25:00 AM
Trends in kitchen cabinet colors continue to leaning towards darker, more furniture-like colors. Depending on the look required and the species of wood involved, a dye and a wipe may be the ticket.
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More On Color Shaders
By Bernie Bottens | Updated: 07/05/2012 10:44:00 AM
If you take the time to apply a good post-cat sealer over your wipe stain before you apply your shader then you gain some advantages.
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Recipe for Creating Color Shaders
By Bernie Botttens | Updated: 06/28/2012 11:06:00 AM
Today we are going to talk about the nuts and bolts of creating shaders. Speed and distance are your friends when applying color with a spray gun but color intensity is of equal importance.
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