I had no idea I'd been eating worms but seeing a "real woodworm" has opened my eyes. They go well with taters and carrots. As always an entertaining and informative video. God bless P,S. I like the gospel themed music and plan to build a copy of the tall oak piece you worked on.
What would you say was your first goto, favourite wax you us. Im new to French Polishing and finishing wood but I think its the most important part of wood working. Love the videos by the way. Your knowledge and quirkiness make them.
That treatment would stain un[olished wood yes? So what other alternatives are there because I have a very large table (will wind out and add leaves to 15') but it has been a kitchen table in a castle. So the legs and sides are turned [olished oak with brass castors but the to[ is unfinished [ine (?) wood which was a work surface and my Mum used to scrub it with water and suds every week. That would be stained by this treatment I think.
Hi, I watch your work and all regards on it, especially on your good will to give us knowledge and some good advices. Up to now I did not use shellac. This will be my first time and I have a plan to apply on one old chest and old cloth rack. Chest is made from walnut venire and walnut wood outside, beck side and inside is larch wood. That chest has warm marks and up to now I use warm killer on oil base. My question to You is; is that ok because that liquid make oil marks on wood - is that ok or not,? Should I make sanding after that and with which sand grit (last sanding I make is with 320 grit)? Should I apply white oil (wood is very dry) and should I make sanding between every step or not.? Should I put two layers of shellac with brush and is it necessary sending between applies or not (with which grit)? Final, shellac will be buffing with oil on end. Which Shellac you recommend - yellow lemon or rubin for walnat. Please find time to give me answers, I will appreciate Thanks a lot for your time, I hope I am not disturb You
Stupid question but on several of your EXCELLENT videos you mention ( like this one at 6:32) that you applied french polish. What do you mean by that? French Polish to me is a technic of oil and shellac rubbed to build a finish. I'm confused. What are you actually applying?
Hi there I'm applying french polish it's made from shellac your right it is more of a teqnique but you can buy a mixed french polish which really is just a richer mix of button or white polish shellac is a fantastic material as it comes in so many shades from Amber to garnet to white to button... The method of applying is the art of frenchpolishing as you quite rightly mention.. Please don't be confused by all these shades colours and terms as I'm sure your not... I want everyone to have the passion and bravery to keep this ancient art alive... Thanks for watching and speak soon..
Hello, from beautiful Victoria BC! I'm 76, and for 50 years I've used nothing but boiled linseed oil and turpentine 50/50, then hand rubbed to a finish over bare wood. It works extremely well, but it does take time and a LOT of elbow grease! I ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS TO THE MAX, I HAVE TO SAY YOU ARE ONE OF MY 2 FAVORITE 'GO TO' SITES. There's that damn caps lock key again, because my lousy vision in my R eye I forget to unlock it. The other fellow is Charles Neil, who is really quite amazing, a truly superb instructor, and I say that because I've been an instructor for more than 40 yrs and I know how difficult it is to be good to all one's students.
WOW! That ''old chest'' looked stunning when you had finished with it. Such simple methods but with beautiful results.
Awesome!!! I learn sooo much watching you work. I would love to see it in person! You truly are a master at your craft!!!
I had no idea I'd been eating worms but seeing a "real woodworm" has opened my eyes. They go well with taters and carrots. As always an entertaining and informative video. God bless
P,S. I like the gospel themed music and plan to build a copy of the tall oak piece you worked on.
thanks take care speak soon and thanks for watching..more videos to come..
Excellent as always....many thanks
Please make a list about the songs you used in your vids. Its all pretty awesome!
What would you say was your first goto, favourite wax you us. Im new to French Polishing and finishing wood but I think its the most important part of wood working. Love the videos by the way. Your knowledge and quirkiness make them.
That treatment would stain un[olished wood yes? So what other alternatives are there because I have a very large table (will wind out and add leaves to 15') but it has been a kitchen table in a castle. So the legs and sides are turned [olished oak with brass castors but the to[ is unfinished [ine (?) wood which was a work surface and my Mum used to scrub it with water and suds every week. That would be stained by this treatment I think.
Another brilliant video. What is the make of wax you use? Cheers
Could not find woodworm killer in USA, ordered from UK.
Hi,
I watch your work and all regards on it, especially on your good will to give us knowledge and some good advices. Up to now I did not use shellac. This will be my first time and I have a plan to apply on one old chest and old cloth rack. Chest is made from walnut venire and walnut wood outside, beck side and inside is larch wood.
That chest has warm marks and up to now I use warm killer on oil base. My question to You is; is that ok because that liquid make oil marks on wood - is that ok or not,?
Should I make sanding after that and with which sand grit (last sanding I make is with 320 grit)?
Should I apply white oil (wood is very dry) and should I make sanding between every step or not.?
Should I put two layers of shellac with brush and is it necessary sending between applies or not (with which grit)?
Final, shellac will be buffing with oil on end.
Which Shellac you recommend - yellow lemon or rubin for walnat.
Please find time to give me answers, I will appreciate Thanks a lot for your time, I hope I am not disturb You
Stupid question but on several of your EXCELLENT videos you mention ( like this one at 6:32) that you applied french polish. What do you mean by that? French Polish to me is a technic of oil and shellac rubbed to build a finish. I'm confused. What are you actually applying?
Hi there I'm applying french polish it's made from shellac your right it is more of a teqnique but you can buy a mixed french polish which really is just a richer mix of button or white polish shellac is a fantastic material as it comes in so many shades from Amber to garnet to white to button... The method of applying is the art of frenchpolishing as you quite rightly mention.. Please don't be confused by all these shades colours and terms as I'm sure your not... I want everyone to have the passion and bravery to keep this ancient art alive... Thanks for watching and speak soon..
The English Polisher Thank you for clearing that up. I suspect it's only the terminology used across the pond. Thanks again.
Hello, from beautiful Victoria BC!
I'm 76, and for 50 years I've used nothing but boiled linseed oil and turpentine 50/50, then hand rubbed to a finish over bare wood.
It works extremely well, but it does take time and a LOT of elbow grease!
I ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS TO THE MAX, I HAVE TO SAY YOU ARE ONE OF MY 2 FAVORITE 'GO TO' SITES. There's that damn caps lock key again, because my lousy vision in my R eye I forget to unlock it.
The other fellow is Charles Neil, who is really quite amazing, a truly superb instructor, and I say that because I've been an instructor for more than 40 yrs and I know how difficult it is to be good to all one's students.
Your right , stupid question indeed !
That chest is awesome!!