As a professional woodworker of over five decades, I have learned a few tricks to make my time in the shop more efficient and more enjoyable. When it comes to finishing, my number-one trick is shellac ...

For shellac finish users, good news: Shellac flakes have become more plentiful. Even those familiar with shellac may not know that it starts out as a crusty protective coating secreted on tree ...

These century-old floor finishing tricks still outperform what's on store shelves today.

In this video, discover how to finish pine wood furniture using pre-stain to prevent blotchiness. The process involves applying a water-based stain and a clear coat finish with shellac, all achievable ...

Next time you’re working on a project that needs a durable wood finish, don’t grab the polyurethane. Follow [Victor Ola’s] advice and raid your grandparent’s record cabinet for some old 78 records.