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Not all brushes are created equal.  You can find cheap, throw-away brushes for less than a dollar or spend over $20 for a high quality brush.  The size and shape of the brush will be dictated by your project.

Learn about some distressing techniques from Susan Hudson.

Furniture paint fact sheet from Black Dog Salvage.

Learn a little about the history of sideboards, and see a great transformation — including an unexpected surprise!

Here's a few tips from Swooz Hudson of Black Dog Salvage on properly cleaning your paint brushes so that they will last a lifetime.

Kent Harpool Reviews Titebond Instant Bond CA Adhesives for Woodcraft Magazine

General Finishes Gel Stains contain urethane, which allows the gel stains to be used for finishing over existing top coats, stains, and paints.

Use Cyanoacrylate adhesives for those special woodworking needs.

Use foam, a tongue depressor and masking tape

Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on top of the container of finish as a temporary storage fix