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    Slipfeathers

    Anyone have any good ideas to make small slipfeathers without them flying all over the shop. Typically I do 1/8 " and other dimensions
    according to the box. Was using a RAS and they fly all over...
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    Are Floating Panels necessary?

    Make small jewerly chests with panels...Panels are 5x5 max..In the past I have
    made these with inserting panels into the frame by a number of methods.. I have
    noticed in various magazines that most...
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    Cocobolo finish

    Only way to go is laquer or water based (e.g. Em6000)...Never use BLO on this
    wood, it will darken it and ruin it. To see how it would look just wipe some
    water on it ...this is what you will get...
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    Steareted Sandpaper

    See FWW 211(April 2010) article by Jeff Jewitt..Claims that they do not effect Waterborne coatings..
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    Storing Lumber

    Can I get the consensus of the best way to store lumber..
    Upgright, Flat, otherwise..
    Thanks..
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    Finishing Cherry

    Yes, blotching on cherry can be a problem...I do not remember where
    I got this info, but I used a natural glaze mixed with burnt sienna and it
    really did the job on a Pennsylvania Spice chest i...
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    You might try non-waxed shellac on the leopard...

    You might try non-waxed shellac on the leopard wood.. I'd be careful with the BLO since
    it will darken the wood. Frankly, since the wood has dark and lite stripes what are you
    going to pop? I...
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    Blo on Cocobolo

    No, No definitely not...You will destroy its beautiful color..should be
    finished with lacquer ...waterborne would do the job..
    Take a look at some cocobolo I just finished..
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    Please include me..Thanks

    Please include me..Thanks
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    BlO, Shellac and EM6000

    I am about to finish some tiger maple boxes. Considering their has been
    much discussion about how BLO pops the grain, I went ahead and did a
    small experiment. I applied BLO on one half of the...
  12. Scott: Yes, rubbing out the finish and buffing..

    Scott:
    Yes, rubbing out the finish and buffing..
  13. Finish to use for rubbing and waxing..

    Asked this on a previous thread and did not receive any replies..(waterborne
    finishes)

    This came about as J. Becker claims he recommends only satin finishes..

    My question is if you are going...
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    Hi Jim: This question was directed to you ...

    Hi Jim:
    This question was directed to you

    Does it really make any difference whether using satin/semi or gloss if you are going to
    rub and wax the finish?
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    do not understand? Horizontial to what? Table,...

    do not understand? Horizontial to what? Table, blade etal.
    I have 925 Dewalt and had reconditioned at model 1030 which is sold. I have instructions, adjustments manual. If you like I can fax them...
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    If you were to use a water base poly your wood...

    If you were to use a water base poly your wood would have not darken. The difference
    would have amazed you..
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    Hydrocote Polyshield

    Understand that this coating can be wiped. Would appreciate any comments
    of users. Waterborne coatings are superb for use on exotic woods as
    cocobolo, bloodwood, canary wood, and similar. Oil...
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    What is BLO...Thanks

    What is BLO...Thanks
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    The stock is placed on edge inserted into dados...

    The stock is placed on edge inserted into dados in both pieces...then epoxied..
    Don't think you will be able to bend the steel bars in this manner..
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    I also am interested in purchasing the Super Dust...

    I also am interested in purchasing the Super Dust Deputy...However,
    need more info on how the cyclone attaches to the can and the stability
    with adding my old Penn State (1 3/4 hp) blower. Another...
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    You can use the Mr. Sawdust method. Epoxy 3/4"...

    You can use the Mr. Sawdust method. Epoxy 3/4" by 1/4" steel bars between
    the MDF and glue. Inserts every 12" should be ample...Made my router
    table in this manner with 3/4" oak edging and...
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