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How can I protect my (engineered) hardwood floor from scratching?
I have engineered hardwood that scratches easily (be it from furniture being slid on it, or a kid playing with hard toys on it, or simply from regular wear and tear). We currently mitigate the ...
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Can I wash and continue to use dishes that were in a sink with a brush used for varnishing?
A brush used with varnish has been put into a sink, full of water with dishes.
The dishes have not come into contact directly with the varnish, but with the varnish diluted in water. Is throwing all ...
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What can we do about previously filled holes so I can varnish wood?
We have bought a house that has nice wooden doors, but holes in them have been filled ready for painting. We would prefer to varnish the wood - what can we do about the white filling in the holes?
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Material advice needed for a bench
I want to build a bench with a 450mm overhang from the legs (long story why I need the overhang, and I already have the legs which are heavy duty steel monsters). The bench will not hold anything ...
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How can I repair damaged wood lacquer?
I've ruined a wooden, varnished table by putting a hot mug of tea down on it. In case that’s relevant, the cup was also slightly wet (only water). Now at the place where the mug stood is a ...
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What natural-wood finish should I use to protect a door from pet scratches?
I'm installing a new solid-core wood door in one of my bedrooms. I want the door to have a natural wood look. However, I have a dog who will scratch at the door to open it looking for me / squeaky ...
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Can I use a paint pad to apply floor varnish?
I went looking in the shop for a lambswool pad to apply floor lacquer, but they didn't have one, so I bought an Anza paint pad. Can I use this to coat a floor? Should I try to find a proper lambswool ...
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Can I varnish natural wood trim before installation?
When I'm installing painted trim -- baseboards, window or door trim, etc. -- I usually prime and paint it before installation. That way I only have to fill the nail holes, sand smooth and paint one ...
