Finishing & Sanding

Sanding and finishing can become less tedious by using a few of these simple tricks.


Board Supports

Board Supports

With a handful of screws and wood scraps you can make these handy holders that aid in finishing parts of … Read More

Chamfer Guide

Chamfer Guide

A disc sander makes quick work of creating a chamfer. What's challenging is making consistently sized chamfers. This simple jig … Read More

Cutting Sandpaper

Cutting Sandpaper

A handy way to cut your sheets of sandpaper to the exact size you need. Removing the guesswork saves time … Read More

Sanding Block

Sanding Block

A hand sanding block is an essential tool for creating a surface that's ready for finish. Take a look at … Read More

Dust Hose Adapter

Dust Hose Adapter

The dust port on my sander doesn't match the size of the hose on my shop vacuum. Sound familiar? Forget … Read More

Repairing Veneer

Repairing Veneer

All it takes to replace damaged or missing veneer is a simple template and this step-by-step technique. Read More

Bench Pads

Bench Pads

These simple shop-made pads are handy to have in the shop. By adding some shelf liner material and dowels to … Read More

Clever Cove Sander

Clever Cove Sander

For a smooth surface on cove molding, you need a sanding block that matches the curvature of the molding. John … Read More

Small Parts Sander

Small Parts Sander

One of the difficult aspects of working with small parts is sanding them smooth. A typical hand-held sanding block doesn't … Read More

Biscuit Painter Points

Biscuit Painter Points

Supporting a workpiece is a critical part of achieving a smooth finish. Here's a clever way to create finishing points … Read More

Chisel Sander

Chisel Sander

A set of chisels is a must-have in any woodworking shop. While the sharp end is usually used to refine … Read More

Double-Sided Sanding Block

Double-Sided Sanding Block

A sanding block made from a sanding belt gives you more bang for your buck. Having two surfaces to work … Read More

Finishing Standoffs

Finishing Standoffs

One hassle in applying finish to a project or assembly is waiting for the finish to dry on one side … Read More

Brush Care

Brush Care

With just a little effort, you can ensure that your finishing brushes are always at their best. Not only will … Read More

Large Sanding Block

Large Sanding Block

An oversized sanding block is handy to have around the shop. This simple design gives you a sanding block employs … Read More