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Q&A Archive

Q&A LogoQ&A first ran in The Old Saw newsletter in late 2004 and has continued in The Journal. Questions from members are sent to a panel of experienced woodworkers. The "experts" do not always agree but you will find this collection to be a wonderful resource.

Use the archive lists below to help find what you are looking for or to just explore.

Displaying 147 Records
Burning with Thin Cutoff Tool
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Bruce Wedlock, Claude Dupuis, Donna Banfield
Question:

In making large diameter lidded boxes, I try to keep the kerf as narrow as possible. However I frequently get burning on the sides of the narrow blade cutoff tool. How can this be avoided?—Jim Forbes

Turning
Dust Collection on a Lathe
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Donna Banfield, Claude Dupuis
Question:

What is the best way to add dust collection for a lathe? The chips seem to go everywhere, but land mostly in front of the lathe.—Joyce Hanna

Dust Collection
Beall Buffing System is Removing Color
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Bruce Wedlock, Donna Banfield
Question:

When I color a piece with aniline dye and finish with lacquer, the Beall buffing system attacks the color and removes it. How can I prevent this?—Gary Bashian

Finishing
Preparing Green Wood for the Lathe
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Donna Banfield, Claude Dupuis, Peter Breu
Question:

What is a good (reliable) method to prepare green wood for turning? I’ve had limited success with just painting the end grain of logs.—Tony Immorlica

Turning | Green Wood
Sharpening a Bowl Gouge
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Bruce Wedlock, Jon Siegel, Donna Banfield, Claude Dupuis
Question:

Should a burr be left on when sharpening a bowl gouge?—Norman Miner

Turning | Sharpening
Applying Finish on a Cherry Table
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Bob Couch, Bruce Wedlock, Peter Breu, Joe Barry, Tom McLaughlin
Question:

What is the recommended method to apply a finish on a cherry table?—Jorge Torres

Finishing
Finishing Method for Turning Projects
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Claude Dupuis
Question:

What is the best way to finish turning projects while still on the lathe?—Ed Bartlett

Finishing | Turning
Power Jointer Tuneup
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Jon Siegel, Peter Breu
Question:

How do you square up and maintain the accuracy of a power jointer?—Kit Gurwell

Tools
Bandsaw Blade Storage
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Jon Siegel, Peter James, Garrett Hack
Question:

I don’t have any wall space left in my shop to hang my bandsaw blades, which are 150" long (for 18" wheels). The manufacturers do not advise any more than three loops, and anything other than a nice round shape for storing. They would prefer you open the blade fully up and hang it on the wall. I am looking for some innovative ways of storing these blades. Any ideas other than wall or box storage?—Joyce Hanna 

Tools
Storing Shellac Flakes
January, 2017
Reply Authors: Garrett Hack
Question:

How long can I store shellac flakes in an air tight container before they go bad?—Sal Morgani

Finishing

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