Wax Finishing Wax products produce a good gloss to just about anything. It will appear great but it does not last very long and needs to be reapplied regularly. Wax can be removed without difficulty, so it's a great way to finish an item if you're not certain. Wax also makes very little defense for your finished projects.



Shellac Finishing Shellac produces a yellowish or orange tint on the wood, depending on what rating is used. Shellac defends against water and solvents, but not alcohol. This wood finish is pretty hard-wearing and absolutely safe once it is dry. The negative aspect of shellac is that in order to put it on, you require a definite technique of polishing that is easier said than done, to learn. Shellac is totally removable with alcohol.

Nitrocellulose lacquer Nitrocellulose lacquer is a transparent finish providing great defense to your projects. It is hard and long lasting but uses poisonous solvents, so wellbeing and safeguards must be followed when applying this type of finish. This wood finish involves either spray or brush-on-equipment. The finish comes off with lacquer thinner but provides a fantastic, and durable finish.

Linseed oil Finishing Linseed oil affords the wood a yellow glow, which darkens with age. Linseed oil makes available very little defense, but it is moderately long lasting. This wood finish is easily applied with rags but it does take a while to dry. Furthermore, the woodworking project will need sanding-out as the oil is immersed into it.

Alkyd Varnish Finishing Alkyd varnish is not as see through as lacquer, but provides more of the orange tint frequent with Shellac and oils. It provides a great defense, and it is rather long lasting. Since alkyd varnish employs petroleum based solvents, it is comparatively better at protection. Application involves a brush or spray, but can fizz and smudge if you're not careful. Varnish may be eradicated with paint removers.

Water based Polyurethane Finishing Water based polyurethane offers a see through finish most of the time, but now and again, it may take on a blue tinge. It offers good defense but is tough, as well as being safer than oil-based polyurethanes. Application involves some concern to reduce streaks and bubbles. This wood finish is harder to eradicate, but it is achievable with paint removers.

These are only a few of the numerous potential finishes you may apply to your woodworking projects. The best thing to do is try the available finishes and see which one works for you.