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Preparing a solution for ebonizing wood from steel wool and vinegar seems like a magical and unpredictable process. Is there a way to get consistent results?

I recently added a vacuum bag press to my shop for veneered work, but my panels are coming out slightly warped. How do I make flat panels that stay flat?

“I often use brass hinges, screws, and pulls in my work. I know I can buy products with various antique effects, but how can I customize my own colors and finishes on brass hardware?”

Sometimes, after I’ve sanded and finished a piece, I’ll take it outside or into another room and notice scratches and machine marks on the surface that I didn’t see as I was working in my shop.