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! RUSS'S CORNER
Welcome Russ's Corner, the writings of Russ Fairfield. In retirement, Russ became an accomplished wood turner. With Internet columns, magazine articles, classes, demonstrations and several show pieces...
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Welcome Russ's Corner, the writings of Russ Fairfield. In retirement, Russ became an accomplished wood turner. With Internet columns, magazine articles, classes, demonstrations and several show pieces...
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A DRYER FOR TURNED WOOD
This is a description of the "dryer box" that I use. A dishwasher makes a better box for a dryer than either a refrigerator or an upright freezer. It has venting already designed into it, there are no...
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This is a description of the "dryer box" that I use. A dishwasher makes a better box for a dryer than either a refrigerator or an upright freezer. It has venting already designed into it, there are no...
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A RECIPE FOR CREATING SPALTED WOOD
Since the question of spalting comes up time and again, I will share a description of what I use when the natural ingredients aren't available. A "brew" of some kind is required when the conditions fo...
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Since the question of spalting comes up time and again, I will share a description of what I use when the natural ingredients aren't available. A "brew" of some kind is required when the conditions fo...
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BUYING A CHUCK
New woodturners continue to seek advice on what chuck to buy, and we continue to confuse them with our answers because everybody has their favorite. There is always the question of whether we really n...
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New woodturners continue to seek advice on what chuck to buy, and we continue to confuse them with our answers because everybody has their favorite. There is always the question of whether we really n...
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DUST COLLECTION AT THE LATHE
As an answer to the questions about collecting dust, shavings, and debris at the lathe, I offer the following: Forget about the large shavings. They are a clean-up problem, not a health problem. Regar...
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As an answer to the questions about collecting dust, shavings, and debris at the lathe, I offer the following: Forget about the large shavings. They are a clean-up problem, not a health problem. Regar...
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EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT GLUE
by Russ Fairfield As woodturners, we make some demands on our glues and adhesives that are different from those of other woodworkers. For attaching a waste block, we want one that has good shear and t...
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by Russ Fairfield As woodturners, we make some demands on our glues and adhesives that are different from those of other woodworkers. For attaching a waste block, we want one that has good shear and t...
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FINISHING CUTS ON THE INSIDES OF BOWLS
I use any one of several ways to get aa finish cut on the inside of a piece. Which is better depends on the wood. If anyone wants more discussion on any one of these, ask, and I will elaborate. [EDITO...
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I use any one of several ways to get aa finish cut on the inside of a piece. Which is better depends on the wood. If anyone wants more discussion on any one of these, ask, and I will elaborate. [EDITO...
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FINISHING SECRETS
by Russ Fairfield "Finishing Secrets" started as a series of individual articles in 1996 through '98 for publication in the newsletter of the North Florida Woodturners, and for my personal use for dem...
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by Russ Fairfield "Finishing Secrets" started as a series of individual articles in 1996 through '98 for publication in the newsletter of the North Florida Woodturners, and for my personal use for dem...
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FINISHING SECRETS - A "DEFT" FINISH
[The following is from the original draft of an article that appeared in the fall, 1998 issue of American Woodturner.] This is a true low-to-no gloss finish that I use on nearly all of my turnings. It...
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[The following is from the original draft of an article that appeared in the fall, 1998 issue of American Woodturner.] This is a true low-to-no gloss finish that I use on nearly all of my turnings. It...
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FINISHING SECRETS - ADDENDA AND FAQS
These articles have been in a continuous revision during the years since they were first written in 1996 and 1997. In December, 2001, I realized that they were as complete as they were ever going to b...
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These articles have been in a continuous revision during the years since they were first written in 1996 and 1997. In December, 2001, I realized that they were as complete as they were ever going to b...
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FINISHING SECRETS - BARE WOOD
We are always looking for a finishing product that will give our turned goblets, drinking vessels, plates, and bowls the same durable, waterproof, washable and food-safe qualities as glass, china, or ...
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We are always looking for a finishing product that will give our turned goblets, drinking vessels, plates, and bowls the same durable, waterproof, washable and food-safe qualities as glass, china, or ...
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FINISHING SECRETS - COLORING WOOD TURNINGS
Wood can be colored with chemical or natural stains and dyes in solid or mixed colors, and accented with gilt, liming wax, or patinating wax in an unlimited number of variations. If you want to know e...
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Wood can be colored with chemical or natural stains and dyes in solid or mixed colors, and accented with gilt, liming wax, or patinating wax in an unlimited number of variations. If you want to know e...
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FINISHING SECRETS - FRICTION POLISHES
These finishing products are an attempt to get quick and easy "French type" polish on spindle turnings, weed pots, vases, and other small items. They are either shellac or lacquer based, and contain w...
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These finishing products are an attempt to get quick and easy "French type" polish on spindle turnings, weed pots, vases, and other small items. They are either shellac or lacquer based, and contain w...
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FINISHING SECRETS - INTRODUCTION
"What is the finish?" This is the question most often asked when a woodturner looks at another's work. Everyone wants to know about "finishing", and a discussion on finishing is more popular than any ...
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"What is the finish?" This is the question most often asked when a woodturner looks at another's work. Everyone wants to know about "finishing", and a discussion on finishing is more popular than any ...
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FINISHING SECRETS - LACQUER
A spectacular grain "picture" calls for a spectacular finish, and a polished lacquer is the ideal choice for such a piece of wood. Lacquer has the unique ability among finishes to build a durable crys...
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A spectacular grain "picture" calls for a spectacular finish, and a polished lacquer is the ideal choice for such a piece of wood. Lacquer has the unique ability among finishes to build a durable crys...
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FINISHING SECRETS - MY FIVE RULES OF SANDING
(From the original draft of an article, "Sanding Savvy", published in American Woodturner magazine, Spring 1999.) Sanding is important. It is the second of the three steps in the turning process - tur...
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(From the original draft of an article, "Sanding Savvy", published in American Woodturner magazine, Spring 1999.) Sanding is important. It is the second of the three steps in the turning process - tur...
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FINISHING SECRETS - PENS, WATCHES, AND SMALL PERSONAL ITEMS
Pens, pencils, pocket watches, and other personal items are excellent candidates for the "bare wood" finish discussed in Part 3 of this series. Various sources have described the "best" finish as a fr...
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Pens, pencils, pocket watches, and other personal items are excellent candidates for the "bare wood" finish discussed in Part 3 of this series. Various sources have described the "best" finish as a fr...
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FINISHING SECRETS - SHELLAC AND A "FRENCH" POLISH
Thus far, this series has described the use of oils and varnishes for a finish that can be best described as a "soft gloss". But, these finishes can leave something to be desired when we have a piece ...
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Thus far, this series has described the use of oils and varnishes for a finish that can be best described as a "soft gloss". But, these finishes can leave something to be desired when we have a piece ...
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FINISHING SECRETS - TUNG OIL
Pure Tung Oil provides a hard and tough surface finish that is absolutely waterproof; impervious to dust, alcohol, acetone, fruit and vegetable acids; and it doesn't darken with age like Linseed and o...
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Pure Tung Oil provides a hard and tough surface finish that is absolutely waterproof; impervious to dust, alcohol, acetone, fruit and vegetable acids; and it doesn't darken with age like Linseed and o...
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FINISHING SECRETS - USING WIPE-ON VARNISHES AND OILS
A wipe-on varnish is an ideal finish for the woodturner. It is easy to apply, very forgiving, easy to repair, and gives the wood a durable protective film that is not easily damaged by water, food aci...
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A wipe-on varnish is an ideal finish for the woodturner. It is easy to apply, very forgiving, easy to repair, and gives the wood a durable protective film that is not easily damaged by water, food aci...
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