Sharpening For Woodworkers

In this video, professional woodworker Charles Neil reviews the different types of final finish to use on your project. Different top coats give different results. For example, does the finish need to be tough? Does it need to be gloss or satin? How do you determine which is right for your project? The video also shows different techniques in spraying the top coat for final protection.

Season 6 Episode 10 - Shaker Lap Desk: Build one of the classic 18th Century projects with Roy; a Shaker lap desk. Season 6 Episode 11 - Rachel's Wagon: Roy walks through the steps required to build a wooden wagon for his daughters – but manages to have some fun himself. Season 6 Episode 12 - Toolmaker's Art: Roy visits with Peter Ross at the Anderson Forge to look at 18th Century tool making, in particular, a gentlemen’s hatchet. Season 6 Episode 13 - House Framing Doggie Style: Only the best for Roy’s pooch, Grit: a brick and Tudor framed doghouse is this episode’s project.

Ready to start spraying finishes? Wondering what equipment is right for you? Charles Neil shows you what to look for in spray guns and other spray equipment, such as turbines.

Season 5 Episode 3 - Baby Cradle: Roy takes us into the shop to finish up a pilgrim-style oak cradle that he started, but never finished, reviewing the “tricky” parts necessary to create the whole project. Season 5 Episode 12 - Secrets From the Cabinet Shop: Roy travels back to visit with master cabinetmaker Mack Headley at the Anthony Hay shop at Colonial Williamsburg. He shares some of the secrets that were standard fare for 18th century American woodworking.

The Woodwright's Shop with Roy Underhill Season Eight, 2 DVD-Set

“An exception to every rule”. So says professional woodworker Charles Neil. In this video Charles goes over some special finishing techniques, such as grain filling, pour on finishes, and other tips for those special situations where an ordinary finsih won’t do.

Wipe or brush? In this video, professional woodworker Charles Neil goes in depth with wiping finishes, such as oils and gels. He also gives the ins and outs of using shellac, how to mix and how to apply. Included as well are brushed on finishes and what to look for when choosing a hand applied finish

David Charlesworth demonstrates how shooting boards can help you achieve accurate work quickly and reliably. He also shows you how easy it is to make simple shooting boards and miter fixtures, the many practical applications of these workshop aid and how to shoot free-hand.

After retiring from the blue screens of the cult New Yankee Workshop Norm Abram, American Public Television producers decided to fill the void a new show - Rough Cut. As far as they managed, to judge you. Meet Tommy MacDonald! The scenario is simple. In each of the series Tommy is working on a separate project. Sometimes invite our colleagues, or seeking inspiration by visiting historical places and viewing architectural sights of his native land. Returned to the studio takes on the case and generously shared the secrets of his skill.

Charles Neil loves to finish, and this is apparent as he shares the techniques he has used over the many years of his furniture making career. Layering. glazing, and “popping the grain” are just a few techniques in this video, which is packed with ideas and examples.