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Pick the right solvent

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Woodworkers should use the right solvent for the right job, from de-greasing to thinning finishes to cleaning brushes. Common solvents described are ethyl and methyl alcohol, mineral spirits, naphtha, kerosene, toluene, xylene, turpentines, lacquer thinner and acetone.

Author: Flexner, Bob
Publisher: August Home Publishing Company
Publication Name: Workbench
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0043-8057
Year: 1992
Purchasing, Solvents, Wood finishing

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Smooth finish: get outstanding results with brush-on varnish or polyurethane

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Alkyd, polyurethane and phenolic are the three types of varnishes, and they are applied and cure in the same way. Fluorescent light provides the best visibility for application, and tips for avoiding dust include sanding and dusting in another room.

Author: Flexner, Bob
Publisher: August Home Publishing Company
Publication Name: Workbench
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0043-8057
Year: 1993
Methods, Stains and staining, Stains (Finishes), Varnish and varnishing, Varnishes

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Touching up nicks and scratches

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Damaged wood can be repaired by applying Danish oil, which is a varnish and linseed oil mixture. The color should match the wood. Tips on making one's own oil are given, along with a analysis of hard finishes.

Author: Flexner, Bob
Publisher: August Home Publishing Company
Publication Name: Workbench
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0043-8057
Year: 1992
Maintenance and repair, Furniture, Furniture finishing

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