About

When you build something from wood, the finish can make all the difference in how it looks and performs. The wrong choice can look glaring; the right choice, stunning.

This class is a deep dive into different types of finish and how to go about choosing the best option for a specific project. You'll work on sample boards to take home and use for future reference. The class is four sessions to allow drying time as you go through all of the steps, learning:

• How to prepare the surface to help ensure an excellent finish.
• Which stains and finishes work best on different types of solid wood and plywood.
• Which tools and techniques to use when applying stains and finishes by hand (i.e. without spraying).
• Which products are compatible with one another, and which aren't.

If you have a project that needs finishing, you're welcome to bring it or to share a picture of it during the class and consult with the instructor on the best approach.

Painting and refinishing are not the focus of this class. If refinishing is your main interest, you may wish to enroll in Repair, Restore and Refinish Furniture.

Details

A $45 materials fee, included in the class fee, covers everything you need.

Prerequisites

Orientation to the Woodshop

Class Policies

• Ages 14 and up are welcome.
• You must wear safety glasses and closed-toe shoes. We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.