Wood finishing is one of the last processes in the manufacture of furniture or cabinets and the first thing seen on the retail floor. The wood finish emphasizes the mission of the furniture, cabinets ...

If you want that perfect wood finish, then consider this secret trick used by professional woodworkers. It's the perfect ...

Dear James: I recently bought an older house. It has beautiful cherry woodwork that needs to be refinished. I have heard about a French-polish finish. Is this a good finish to use and how do I do it? ...

Touch-up. When removing glue squeeze-out, sand with the grain using P220-grit sandpaper. Keep the block flat against the work to avoid rounding over an edge. Shield adjacent surfaces with a wide ...

For nearly a half-century, Hollywood Woodwork has been on the leading edge of architectural woodworking, providing interiors for the hospitality industry, office buildings, retail space and custom ...

Dear James: Will you please explain how to apply a French polish on old woodwork that needs to be refinished? I have heard it is very beautiful and might be a good choice for some natural cherry ...

Next time you’re working on a project that needs a durable wood finish, don’t grab the polyurethane. Follow [Victor Ola’s] advice and raid your grandparent’s record cabinet for some old 78 records.

No day is ever the same for Jonathon Cole, owner of Finishing Touch Custom Woodworks. He’s typically interacting with clients, builders and contractors to keep their building schedules moving forward.