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    Thanks, Cody. I appreciate the input. Sounds...

    Thanks, Cody. I appreciate the input. Sounds like I am trying to be too frugal for my own good. I'll look into the VT version on a smaller scale.
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    small-scale wood kiln

    I am trying to build my own small-scale kiln and have looked around at the options. The Virginia Tech seems too large a scale and cost-prohibitive. I was planning on a 12' L x 4' H x 2' D kiln. I...
  3. Living edge walnut and cherry coffee table

    This is the end result of the help I found here on the website. Special props to Prushan with the 1/3 satin, 1/3 semi-gloss, 1/3 mineral spirits topcoat. Took a while to get everything glued up,...
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    Prashun, your 1/3 concoction was da' bomb! One...

    Prashun, your 1/3 concoction was da' bomb! One tweak...I added one rubbed on layer of straight semi to give it a bit of luster...not too much. It was the perfect finish. I appreciate the help with...
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    Thanks Stan. One more question...If I go the BLO...

    Thanks Stan. One more question...If I go the BLO route to deepen the wood grain, can I also use Prashun's 1/3 satin/semi-gloss/mineral-spirits or is this an either/or option. Because it is a coffee...
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    Thanks, Jerry. I do want to pop out the colors...

    Thanks, Jerry. I do want to pop out the colors in the wood and am trying to stay away from dyes unless I really have to do so. I'll try your BLO/shellac/bush-on-poly on a scrap cut to see what...
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    Thanks for the speedy reply. Apply with cloth or...

    Thanks for the speedy reply. Apply with cloth or brush for best results? Do I need to sand between applications? I've read 4-5 layers looks best.

    Thanks.
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    finishing a walnut/cherry coffee table

    I am new to the forum and a neophyte woodworker who is looking for some recommendation on a coffee table. I have black walnut and cherry, alternating 3 and 5-inch sections on my table top which has...
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