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  • @MrMonakat
    @MrMonakat Před 3 lety +81

    Protect yourself and others, wear a mask, gloves and ventilate your working area, I was diagnosed with cancer for not being told just that

  • @dancharlebois2981
    @dancharlebois2981 Před 9 měsíci +22

    Putting paint brushes in a "zip-lock" bag has been a game changer for me. I used to regret having to finish projects with any kind of finish because I had to clean the brush each time. Now I put the brush in the bag and it's ready for the next coat. Steve, great idea, and thanks for the tip!

  • @panicwithcompulsion
    @panicwithcompulsion Před 3 lety +292

    Honestly I watched the whole sponsorship plug just because he had the courtesy to put it at the end of the video. Also, it had a D&D reference. I like this guy.

    • @vfpdesign
      @vfpdesign Před 3 lety +10

      Not only that, but he tells us to like and subscribe at the end, not the beginning, like everybody else.

    • @Hamman33
      @Hamman33 Před 3 lety +6

      Lol I was watching this so I could figure out how to finish some homemade dice trays for dnd

    • @rickyricardo4331
      @rickyricardo4331 Před 3 lety +1

      I actually liked the video from the tutorial, unchecked the like, just so I can check it again at the D&D reference!

    • @MrPaxio
      @MrPaxio Před 3 lety

      idk what that means but he made it painless for you and you still sat through it xD

    • @panicwithcompulsion
      @panicwithcompulsion Před 3 lety

      @@MrPaxio That's what I JUST said. ???

  • @calidoggie
    @calidoggie Před 4 lety +3

    Finally! The only person on CZcams who knows how to apply lacquer. It makes me cringe watching videos of people brushing back and forth (without enough lacquer on the brush) and then going back and brushing over the part that is half dry already. It dries in 30 seconds. One long brush stroke is all that is needed. I'm going to watch all of his videos now!

  • @kellyskountrykitchen6285
    @kellyskountrykitchen6285 Před rokem +38

    This is the absolute best tutorial I've ever seen on any diy video. So much information without all the unnecessary 'blah blah blah' about nothing. You've done an excellent job staying on point and explaining the differences in each of these techniques. So many tutorials lose me when people talk talk talk too much. Thank you for the informative 'right to the point' explanation on each technique and product.

  • @Feldspar__
    @Feldspar__ Před 6 lety +107

    Dude, the microjig cut gets me every time. A+

  • @xxxnsfw
    @xxxnsfw Před 2 lety +73

    It is so rare to find teachers that give ALL the info you need and recommend tools and everything. Thank you so much, i have a lot of catching up to do on your content and I'm enjoying it all!

  • @argries
    @argries Před rokem +12

    I wasn't aware that wood finish and staining were two different things before your videos! Thank you! This has been incredibly helpful! The simple language and thorough explanations are invaluable.

  • @LaplacianFourier
    @LaplacianFourier Před 5 lety +78

    Wow I had like 3 instances where I was like great I'm going with this technique only hear about the next one and then the next even better one. Very comprehensive and informative video. Thank you.

  • @jodyrowe8166
    @jodyrowe8166 Před 3 lety +23

    I feel like I can trust this guy. Seems friendly and smart.

  • @jonathanm2690
    @jonathanm2690 Před 3 lety +3

    You have no idea, NO IDEA, how much this video has helped to simplify things, I can't be the only one that is overhelmed by information on how to finish wood, this video just makes the decision making so much easier, honestly, after the youtube rabbit hole I have been down, you would think deciding on a finish was harder than building the actual furniture

  • @mrcryptozoic817
    @mrcryptozoic817 Před 2 lety +38

    Don't forget, as a last step, consider burnishing the finish with something like a brown paper such as grocery bag. And never lacquer outdoor wood, it allows mold growth (I've done it and have seen it).
    If you don't want your finish to yellow over time, don't use oil based polyurethane. On something like hickory, catalpa or sycamore, you probably don't want it to yellow so use the water based type.

    • @LightningStrikes66
      @LightningStrikes66 Před rokem +4

      What would you say is best finish for outdoor wood?

    • @zachg6456
      @zachg6456 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@LightningStrikes66 Probably teak oil.

    • @Or3guns
      @Or3guns Před 6 měsíci

      Whats the best finish for a wood gunstock???

    • @vikramkrishnan6414
      @vikramkrishnan6414 Před 6 měsíci

      @@LightningStrikes66 : Paint. You need the protection, or spar urethane (it is used in boat building and is incredibly resilient)

  • @ItsAdventureTime1
    @ItsAdventureTime1 Před 7 lety +330

    Safety tip; When using Linseed oil make sure you don't ball up the rags you used to apply it and throw them in the trash. Linseed oil can actually spontaneously com-bust if you have enough of it soaked into a bunch of flammable paper towels and throw them all in a hot small trash can together.

    • @jasonheidrich7285
      @jasonheidrich7285 Před 6 lety +6

      I think this goes for Danish oil also

    • @StCreed
      @StCreed Před 5 lety +27

      Beware of everything that's mineral spirits-based, as well. Basically, I tend to soak used rags in water first, then dry them outside before throwing them away. It might be excessive but it's not hard to do and I'm pretty sure I'd regret it if I failed to take the necessary precautions even just once.

    • @alexandercameron361
      @alexandercameron361 Před 5 lety

      Hey

    • @alexandercameron361
      @alexandercameron361 Před 5 lety +33

      My house burned down because off this, not Kidding. 5am 9/10/18 all gone, everything I ever made

    • @just.do.something
      @just.do.something Před 5 lety +1

      Wow, thanks for the tip. So if it's let's say winter and below 40degrees everyday, can you just toss the old rags in the garbage? If you don't mind, what is the best way to dispose of them? Thanks.

  • @ZachMontizor
    @ZachMontizor Před 5 lety +43

    Most comprehensive and easy to watch "wood finish" video ever!! Glad to hear you like lacquer, that ended up being my choice. Thus this video really was perfect for someone who needed to finish a buttload of pine shelves!!

  • @BigMacintosh3020
    @BigMacintosh3020 Před 3 lety +9

    Here is a good tip for polyurethaneing (oil based)
    If what you're doing his quite wide use a short nap roller, when you apply it , it will have a stipple to it when you roll it on but it will always lay flat.
    I find I get a much better finish then what I would do with a brush. Plus the added bonus that it applies a lot faster then using a brush

  • @KingJes87
    @KingJes87 Před 2 lety +2

    Probably the best videos for info. This channel is where it’s at.

  • @nahuelvalle9603
    @nahuelvalle9603 Před 5 lety +21

    Ohmygod, I was already enjoying the channel but then the D&D part was everything I didn't know I needed!

  • @michaelmills7344
    @michaelmills7344 Před 7 lety +22

    Hey Steve. Thanks for the great info. I like to tell my customers that typically, finishing can take as long or longer than the actual build, but the end results are worth the effort.

  • @nathanhardless7552
    @nathanhardless7552 Před 3 lety +1

    Just wanted to say thank you. I love making projects and your tips and guides are so appreciated.
    Thanks!

  • @asiangul2005
    @asiangul2005 Před 2 lety +4

    This video helped me a lot. I have been testing water based stain and poly in one and I was brushing back and forth and with this video, I learned a lot and the do's and don'ts.

  • @andreibogorodski3979
    @andreibogorodski3979 Před 4 lety +20

    I actually paint all my working-shop tables and stuff i use for storing tools and so on, just so that i could test the finish and how it effects the wood. saves me from unwanted surprises later

  • @archangel1123
    @archangel1123 Před 7 lety +36

    THIS WAS GREAT!!!! Best on CZcams I've found. Finishing wood gets complicated for lots of people.
    Great job as usual.

    • @Secretfiles999
      @Secretfiles999 Před 3 lety

      It looks nicer if it’s applied evenly to all of the surfaces but it’s all personal preference.

  • @xsouldriverx
    @xsouldriverx Před rokem +6

    I love TruOil, it's mostly used for gunstocks. It goes on like an oil finish where you apply by hand and layer it, but it's a bit more durable similar to a lacquer. It really pops the wood and the figuring and it allows the wood to age and change color. Great on cherry.
    You can even put some furniture wax on it once it is set, but that needs to be removed for touchups.

  • @grahammarshall9562
    @grahammarshall9562 Před 2 lety +1

    I’ve been looking for a video like this for so long... this is what I wanted to see, everything explained in a easy way. It’s answered all of my questions in one go. Thank you for making such a informative and easy to understand video... GM from uk..

  • @globaldayz
    @globaldayz Před 3 lety +139

    Love this channel. Straight forward. I've learned alot

    • @dooshakhaboosha2573
      @dooshakhaboosha2573 Před 3 lety +1

      a lot, not alot... You just learner another thing, you're welcome

    • @frankcastle6298
      @frankcastle6298 Před 3 lety +1

      @@dooshakhaboosha2573 learned...not "learner" another thing, your welcome!

    • @dooshakhaboosha2573
      @dooshakhaboosha2573 Před 3 lety +2

      @@frankcastle6298 that was meant to be a joke

    • @frankcastle6298
      @frankcastle6298 Před 3 lety +1

      @@dooshakhaboosha2573 joke failed grammar police 😂

  • @frankiemorals
    @frankiemorals Před 4 lety +3

    My wife and I have been trying to figure out how to finish a benchtop for the past two days. This video saved my life.

  • @c9brown
    @c9brown Před 3 lety +1

    Another solid video helping me sort out the bits of sage knowledge I've picked up but never formalized. Thanks!

  • @molliecarlson9535
    @molliecarlson9535 Před 3 lety +3

    Your videos are the best!!! You get straight the questions and seem to know what I want to ask ahead of time. So freaking helpful!!

  • @Getsomeadat
    @Getsomeadat Před 4 lety +10

    I’m building a guitar for my dad for his birthday and he loves natural wood finishes without the fluff of stain or paint. Thank you so much for helping me make this for him!

  • @Spoonwranglerz
    @Spoonwranglerz Před 2 lety +6

    You and your videos are really crucial for what I am trying to do. Thank you so much, seriously...thanks man.

  • @coffeekhan
    @coffeekhan Před 4 lety +19

    I just found your channel, and, this video. I wish I had come across this three weeks ago - - would have saved me some time and more effort. I'm going to be sanding down a project that didn't come out the way I was hoping it would. Had I seen this first, it would have saved me some time, I'm sure. I love your instructional style. I'll be watching the rest of your work as well. Thank you for this great resource!

  • @GoGreenMan
    @GoGreenMan Před 7 lety +213

    Hands down, the ABSOLUTELY best wood finishing video I have seen!
    Thank you Sir!
    You Rock!

  • @GG-dx4id
    @GG-dx4id Před 2 lety +5

    Doing my first project and I just love this channel. It's like learning woodworking from some of my favorite bosses/professors--knowledgeable enough to share his expertise in beginners' language and loves his craft so much that learning from him is just plain fun and exciting! Cheers, Mr Ramsey! I'm taking notes lol

  • @kengrubb
    @kengrubb Před rokem +2

    Totally agree with you on paint, Steve. It makes me feel happy seeing bright colors. I stripped and refinished a couple of outdoor benches. They came from a Big Box Store, and after sitting outside for years, they were well worn. When I stripped them, I found wood filler in the factory product to cover up defects and bug holes. Those repairs weren't very well done, so I cleaned out loose filler, and used a two part wood filler. I was going to paint it, so I didn't care if the filler stained. The factory hardware choices weren't the best--aluminum and steel don't play well together. This led to some more wood fillering and new hardware.

  • @johnwaldeck2748
    @johnwaldeck2748 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you! This was extremely helpful... I build cornhole games - I try to give each a mirror finish, but I only nail it about half the time. This was really helpful.

  • @cmaginle
    @cmaginle Před 3 lety +3

    Really enjoyed the explanations on the SketchUp Basics video and thought to check out this one. Once again thoroughly enjoyed the depth and breadth of material covered, pretty well sold on your channel. I'm just getting started on this journey and appreciate this type of content. What really sealed the deal though was the D&D. That is the impetus for one of my first few projects, a DM screen and a small case to carry dice, minis, and other items. Perhaps one day, a gaming table with a built-in TV for a new take on gameplay. Now, onto the binge!

  • @rickyricardo4331
    @rickyricardo4331 Před 3 lety +13

    I am as beginner and amateur as they come, but this video has been remarkably informative and I know exactly what I want to use, how, and why. THANKS!!

  • @caerulemusic
    @caerulemusic Před 3 lety +2

    This was a joy to watch even though I have no business knowing this stuff. Just really engaging and informative to a person who doesn't even do woodworking at all! (although I just made a small project and was curious) Well done!!

  • @tkeogh09
    @tkeogh09 Před 3 lety

    Brilliant, thanks for sharing. Love how you take away the mystic and keep it simple

  • @LearningRandomStuffs
    @LearningRandomStuffs Před 3 lety +3

    This was a fantastic and well done video. Never seen the channel but just subscribed. I really like the pace. It wasn't a short video but it went quickly and covered a lot. Now to do the hard part and decide which to choose!

  • @russlickteig4955
    @russlickteig4955 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for the great video!!! I have always used water-based poly because of the quick drying. Building a cabinet and am thinking of trying Oil for the first time. The only thing I can think of as an issue is if someone put a plant on it someday that leaked.

  • @rh.114
    @rh.114 Před 4 lety

    One of the best DIY videos. I will continue to see as I do my projects. Thank you.

  • @stephaniehanley1016
    @stephaniehanley1016 Před 2 lety

    I’m glad your channel randomly popped up on my feed. I’ve been wanting to work on shelves but have no idea what I’m doing. Thanks for the help

  • @BDM_PT
    @BDM_PT Před 7 lety +6

    Hi there from Portugal,
    Nice Finish Tips :D
    Obrigado(Thanks)

  • @Just_JoshE
    @Just_JoshE Před 7 lety +4

    I love the Micro Jig bits so much, always funny stuff!

  • @badbrizzle
    @badbrizzle Před 3 lety +1

    I was looking for a video to finish and clearcoat a desk that I made for my daughter Your video was very informative and answered every question that I had. And unlike most of the guys on here and you don’t have an annoying way about you. Thank you very much helped me a lot

  • @migocctx
    @migocctx Před 3 lety +1

    New Subscriber! Just picked this up as a hobby, watching this as a second video, and I've learned so much. I like how you explain everything.

  • @chrislacosse6500
    @chrislacosse6500 Před 3 lety +4

    I love how you got right to it and didn't repeat yourself. Great video

  • @ericki.guzman5251
    @ericki.guzman5251 Před rokem +4

    Thank you Steve. This is a great video! I keep going back to it after a couple of years since I first saw it. I’d like to suggest making a follow up video with finishes such as Osmo or Rubio Monocoat. I’d like to get your opinion on those. Other channels always feel like a commercial when talking about these products.

  • @HawkFest
    @HawkFest Před 8 měsíci

    Simple, clear, concise but enough to get the good leads and dig deeper where we should... Nice! Thank you sir.

  • @heidijankowski5558
    @heidijankowski5558 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for a great, informative video! Learned a lot tonight, and I'm sure I'll watch this one again and again.

  • @rigobertoperez1574
    @rigobertoperez1574 Před 4 lety +5

    Steve man I just found you...my goodness have I been missing out. Thank you Sir!

  • @Alex761107
    @Alex761107 Před 7 lety +3

    fantastic video tutorial good job Steve

  • @Shinodex5
    @Shinodex5 Před rokem

    Thinking about doing a small project and I found your video very informative. Loved it and appreciate you as a person.

  • @thebmac
    @thebmac Před 3 lety +2

    4 year old video and still giving! thanks for all the info and good work!

  • @Janet-bf1up
    @Janet-bf1up Před 5 lety +7

    Brilliant I've just learned a whole lot on finishes. And your quite funny 🤣

  • @Great_Dane
    @Great_Dane Před 4 lety +404

    As a Dane I'm confused.
    How many Danes did you have to squeeze to get that Danish oil?

    • @AxiomIndustries
      @AxiomIndustries Před 4 lety +9

      Many

    • @LifeLostSoul
      @LifeLostSoul Před 4 lety +29

      It depends on the shade of Danish oil.
      If you just need natural it's less. But if you need a darker shade like Black Walnut you need about 4 times as many Danes because that involves a fermentation process and some oil is lost to evaporation during it.
      This is also part of why Black Walnut is a rarer more different shade to aquire.

    • @actionjksn
      @actionjksn Před 4 lety +2

      7

    • @yahoshua
      @yahoshua Před 4 lety +7

      We just ask for danish volunteers to rub it out of them and then we scurry the bucket straight to the factory for canning.

    • @markrussell4449
      @markrussell4449 Před 4 lety +48

      Even more confusing
      When you've squeezed all the oil out and applied it becomes Finnish.

  • @travis7904
    @travis7904 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us. Appreciate it! God bless.

  • @sakamoto5195
    @sakamoto5195 Před 3 lety

    This helped me out so much! Just finished building a kitchen island. Now to finish the top.

  • @chrissiejohn4316
    @chrissiejohn4316 Před 5 lety +5

    I just tried a new (to me) finish today on my first ever carving project... after sanding I coated the piece with beeswax and melted it with a small propane torch... the first two coats just soaked straight into the timber and I ended up putting 5 on all together, just polishing it on a buffing pad in a drill between coats... it's really brought the grain out in the wood and given it a lovely mellow glow

    • @user-kpkxgtj
      @user-kpkxgtj Před rokem

      How has the beeswax held up over time?

  • @lucaslegz
    @lucaslegz Před 4 lety +12

    This is my first time watching your channel. My neighbor suggested you as he watches and I am a beginner to woodworking. Thank you for the information. I will have to watch this one repeatedly. Thanks again!

  • @kevingriffin8854
    @kevingriffin8854 Před 3 lety

    There are a lot of youtubers out there. I just want you to know i keep coming back to your videos. You have a lot of great content. Thanks!

  • @simongphoto
    @simongphoto Před 4 lety

    Finally a reasonable description of all finishing options. Thank you.

  • @EM1473
    @EM1473 Před 7 lety +4

    Another great video! Just starting in woodworking and this video definitely answered some questions. Thank you Steve!

  • @fredfrench7614
    @fredfrench7614 Před 4 lety +5

    Love the video's! Im in the process of using Danish oil on a cremation urn. I used Red Oak and I think I will put a 3rd coat on but at this point the 2nd looks really nice. I made the urn for my wife and I and did several others with Red Oak and Mahogony and one for my brother of pine with bright brass handle and a Poly finish. I did a Red Oak for my sister-inlaw and the local Cremation Society told me that they thought they looked Beautiful and asked if I sold them. I had never thought of that as I enjoyed making them for family tributes!

    • @majaber1
      @majaber1 Před 4 lety

      Lovely idea Fred, could you show/email one of your urns...Many thanks B

    • @lydialas8756
      @lydialas8756 Před rokem

      @Hello Fred how are you doing

  • @phillipdukes8319
    @phillipdukes8319 Před rokem

    Very helpful overview on finishing! Thank you!

  • @bradman1100
    @bradman1100 Před 3 lety

    really like steve; he does not mumble, does not talk down to you, and is a decent bloke. he is also very knowledgeable; he is very credible, and has no ego.

  • @its_whack
    @its_whack Před 3 lety +3

    I used gloss poly on my desk top and I spent way way to much time sanding in between coats it came out really really smooth. Way more than necessary but it was very very pleasing to look at.

  • @Gojiraglix
    @Gojiraglix Před 4 lety +19

    total side note: i've had my casper for about a year - and i LOVE it. seriously, look into it, especially since it's a boon to steve.

  • @tonks8687
    @tonks8687 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for making such great videos. I learned a lot about wood paiting!

  • @jasonwise8957
    @jasonwise8957 Před rokem +2

    It’s amazing, after this 16 minute video I feel like an expert in timber finishing. This strange video can teach you more than a book! 👌

  • @barbarianater
    @barbarianater Před 2 lety +3

    Steve Ramsey - The Master Of Pauses

  • @shah1905
    @shah1905 Před 7 lety +15

    Hey Steve. Love the show.
    How would a wood stain affect these finishes?
    I personally prefer the look of walnut. At what stage can I apply the stain? and what can I finish it with for maximum resistance?

  • @MiguelJuanez
    @MiguelJuanez Před 2 lety +1

    I learned so much in such a short amount of time. Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @yuhaosu6899
    @yuhaosu6899 Před 5 měsíci

    I just has some idea to turn a raw wood piece to a guitar, after doing research, this is the most helpful video I have seen so far, THANK YOU and Mary Xmas!!!

  • @rcAugustinho
    @rcAugustinho Před 5 lety +4

    A Brazilian dentist learning a little more to be able to improve the carpentry skills.
    Greetings from Brazil!!!
    (again)

    • @safelinefleet6633
      @safelinefleet6633 Před 5 lety +1

      You could try one of these finishes on the denture, polyurethane, especially if the enamel has worn down over the years.

  • @transfilipina7619
    @transfilipina7619 Před 5 lety +6

    Very informative. Just in time before the opening of my restaurant. Thank you!

  • @murfbass
    @murfbass Před 2 lety +2

    You're a great instructor, Steve.

  • @abdulhai93
    @abdulhai93 Před 2 lety +1

    Hey i came back to appreciate your useful tips and advice when i did my staircase project. I followed your advice and stained the treads, sanded, applied finished, light sanded, then applied final finish. Thank you, its turned out remarkable and iis very dursble and the shine is still good after over 7 months of use

  • @cms1083
    @cms1083 Před 4 lety +4

    Holy crap steve, that Casper ad seriously cracked me up !!!!

  • @mcboomsauce7922
    @mcboomsauce7922 Před 5 lety +9

    I love your channel and specifically your attitude as how you approach subjects
    And your product placements are hilarious
    You make everything seem approachable, not intimidating and you don’t bring the slightest whim of overconfidence to what you’re doing
    It’s awesome, thank you, I’m learning in droves!

  • @ravishingxbeauty88
    @ravishingxbeauty88 Před 4 lety +2

    I feel like you are very knowledgeable about all of this and you have condensed a lot of information in this short video. For me, a little slower paced, a beginner's version will be better suited.

  • @mswhatmeworry
    @mswhatmeworry Před rokem

    I usually am not interested so much in advertisements, but I gotta say, the casper schtick was SO FUNNY! Good on ya!

  • @DanielRamirez-sx2ln
    @DanielRamirez-sx2ln Před 3 lety +6

    Hello Steve, I'm a shop teacher and have watched your channel for years, used your videos as lesson plans numerous times, and I always learn something new each time I watch. I was wondering if you could explain what are the best options for OUTDOOR finishes. What should we never use outside? What is the best choice for high moisture areas? What is the best option for high UV areas? Thanks!

    • @JohnAkiDuval
      @JohnAkiDuval Před rokem

      Hello Steve, I also find your videos to be great, please keep it up. My projects are interior (hand carved ) furniture made of African mohagany wood. After all the assembling and preparation is done I`m sealing first to allow for even penetration of the danish oil stain. Next comes usually around 3 coats of rubbed on danish oil stain which also seals the wood as well, thus revealing my question? Normally its the exposed areas of the furniture ( arms mostly) where the finish gets tested most that need to be durable, what`s the best finish to use over the oil deep penetrating stain? Secondly I usually spray my finishing but I`m not sure if that is best for working on hand carved, intricate and curved surfaces?

  • @ian020881
    @ian020881 Před 7 lety +9

    Please can you do a video like this for wood adhesives? Thanks

  • @gonzomechanic7196
    @gonzomechanic7196 Před rokem

    Brilliant and very helpful video. Will no doubt watch again.

  • @mohitmaru9014
    @mohitmaru9014 Před 3 lety +1

    Very well explained !!! I learned a lot because he explained in such detail with tips from his experience

  • @liammacanus7532
    @liammacanus7532 Před 4 lety +8

    I'm pretty new to the woodworking game, I make small wooden totems. I would try bigger projects, but I live in a condo lol
    Anyway, I just wanted to mention that beeswax is a pretty good finish aswell: it smells great, provides protection, and if you need to, add some fractionated coconut oil to max the wax a bit more malleable. This works for super small totems for nothing more than aesthetic, at least. I'm not sure about bigger projects

  • @couchpoet1
    @couchpoet1 Před 5 lety +52

    Grab yourself a good quality brush and prepare to...microjig! Lol

  • @seasgarage
    @seasgarage Před 3 lety

    The way you make anyone feel like they aren't stupid is a great quality to have. You have a lot of knowledge, but dont make stuff hard to get.

  • @sarahohalloran6695
    @sarahohalloran6695 Před 6 měsíci

    Great straightforward info. Thank you

  • @takeshikovax6254
    @takeshikovax6254 Před 3 lety +5

    Shellac wasn't mentioned. Shellac (blonde) has been my favorite finish out of the ones I've tried so far. Simple to apply (wipe on with a rag), and you only need to wait something like 10 minutes to apply another coat. On larger projects, you don't even need to wait. For things things that need to take a lot of abuse, I've been using oil-based poly, but try to avoid it when I can because of the long wait-time in between coats. I have not tried lacquer yet; sounds like a good alternative to poly. I have used bar-top epoxy, but it is too soft and scratches too easily (maybe some brands cure harder than others?).

    • @ewawronka3575
      @ewawronka3575 Před rokem

      Does stalactites have a natural colour finish, or does it change the colour of the wood?

  • @blakkout86
    @blakkout86 Před 3 lety +233

    Seems like I re-watch this video every single time I have to apply another finish.

    • @skaruts
      @skaruts Před 3 lety +3

      You should take notes. :) It's what I usually do when there's a lot to take in and to refer back to.

    • @tkeosaksith
      @tkeosaksith Před 3 lety +2

      Same here..

    • @dirtysailor49
      @dirtysailor49 Před 2 lety

      Haha.. better safe than sorry right?!

    • @LakesideUso
      @LakesideUso Před 2 lety +1

      Same here, or anytime i reach the finish phase of any wood project lol

    • @nickbett1335
      @nickbett1335 Před 2 lety

      Same here....😊

  • @toddsanford7757
    @toddsanford7757 Před 7 měsíci

    you literally talked all the way through the video and I would say that you didn't talk too much. LOL i get so annoyed in most videos because people talk too much. But for some reason your talking was very easy to listen to and right to the point. I am already a fan, subscribed and waiting to watch more of your videos. thanks for making them, it helped me a lot

  • @williambranham6249
    @williambranham6249 Před 3 lety +1

    Glad to see you recommend the organic vapor respirator. Very few content providers advise this.

  • @Maxid1
    @Maxid1 Před 7 lety +10

    7:50 I tried that wipe on Poly. My parrot didn't appreciate it.

  • @TheOlsonOutfit
    @TheOlsonOutfit Před 7 lety +213

    Your ad spots are great.

    • @Eggsr2bcrushed
      @Eggsr2bcrushed Před 7 lety +11

      MICRO JIG!

    • @lorddelle
      @lorddelle Před 7 lety +23

      I must say, out of every Steve Ramsay videoi have watched, i always chuckle a bit whenever he drops the micro Jig ad, i actually think its the only add i actually like haha

    • @francislaruke8029
      @francislaruke8029 Před 6 lety +1

      There are several ideas to think about before you begin a woodworking company
      Will you have help from your family?
      Are you someone who is self-motivated?
      Will you carry out the plan?
      Do you have the funds to begin?
      (I discovered these and why they work on Enata Wood System site )

    • @trademarkuk7504
      @trademarkuk7504 Před 5 lety

      Your chest spots are greater 😬

  • @MaximSupernov
    @MaximSupernov Před 3 lety

    Thank you for your extensive knowledge on woodworking, I've learned a lot.

  • @mikesimpson9581
    @mikesimpson9581 Před 3 lety +2

    Steve I have watched numerous amount of your videos, and as always this was another very informative video. I'm retired and enjoying the hobby of woodworking and as I said earlier get a vast amount of knowledge from your videos, keep up the GREAT WORK!!!!!

    • @gabrielbush6455
      @gabrielbush6455 Před 2 lety

      Mike Simpson, thanks for all your years in woodworking!

  • @nomsolo9935
    @nomsolo9935 Před 3 lety +4

    I like the color and grain after an application of linseed oil, but I want the protection of poly. What are the downsides (if any) to applying a wipe-on poly over an application of linseed oil?