99% of Beginners Don't Know These 5 Wood Finishing Secrets!
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I'm a tool fanatic and love sharing my passion for tools! I hope to help you make better buying decisions. Hi, I'm Matt Outlaw. I’ve been working in the trades since 1995, with experience in general construction, carpentry, woodworking, and more. Now, as a full-time YouTuber, my mission is to help woodworkers like you make informed, confident decisions on tools and improve your woodworking skills. Whether it’s through honest tool reviews or practical woodworking tips, or helping you make money woodworking, I’m here to support your craft every step of the way. Wondering where we got the name 731 Woodworks? It’s a nod to my wife and I's anniversary on July 31st. The anchor in our logo? That comes from Hebrews 6:19, symbolizing the hope we have!
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Wood finishing is easy if you avoid these 5 mistakes. I'll show you how to properly sand, stain, and clear coat your woodworking projects. This video is not sponsored. Some product links are Amazon and other affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. This helps support my channel so I can continue to make content like this. *Videos To Watch Next* How to Build the Table in this Video - https://youtu.be/SMC_85ULxa8 Desk Build Video - https://youtu.be/7NKYA2SJqh0 PLANS: https://www.731woodworks.com/store Greatest Free Gift I've Ever Received: http://story4.us/731Woodworks *Products I Use and Recommend* CA Glue Brown - https://amzn.to/3J4EWW8 CA Glue Black - https://amzn.to/3QX8rer CA Glue Clear - https://amzn.to/3XqkhR1 Activator for CA Glue - https://amzn.to/3iTiWTw Sanding Contour Pad - https://amzn.to/3kypfMX Sanding Mouse - https://amzn.to/3kAhCFy Sand Paper I Use - https://amzn.to/3WmjPlm 3M Sander (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3D6iiJf 3M Sander (TayTools 20% off) - https://lddy.no/1emh0 Kreg Project Blocks (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3D62575 Kreg Project Blocks (Acme Tools) - https://imp.i284638.net/9WmAvY Microfiber Towels - https://amzn.to/3XPdi3U Mineral Spirits - https://amzn.to/3wiHad1 Pre-Stain Conditioner - https://amzn.to/3wp2228 Spray Laquer - https://amzn.to/3XQNNPD Laquer in Quart Can - https://amzn.to/3ktWjWi HVLP Sprayers - https://amzn.to/3QUco3y Stain I Used for Top - https://amzn.to/3ZW5z5F Stain for Base - https://amzn.to/3D49Gmi Gloves - https://amzn.to/3ZMysS1 Other Stuff In Video Tripod for my phone - https://amzn.to/3D1hohm Ball Head for Tripod - https://amzn.to/3QSv6c5 Phone Adapter for Tripod - https://amzn.to/3kvIeaQ The shirt I was wearing - https://www.kerusso.com/products/kerusso-christian-t-shirt-psalm-71?_pos=2&_sid=e9332a798&_ss=r Other Tools/Equipment I'm Asked About Often: Boots I'm Wearing - https://amzn.to/3HkUl3y Where I get my t-shirts (mostly) https://www.kerusso.com Toolbox in Background - https://homedepot.sjv.io/x9B2xy Tool Wall over Miter Station - https://amzn.to/3ZgWq7B Digital YouTube Sign - https://amzn.to/3GL2a2e Camera Gear I Use - https://kit.co/731Woodworks/camera-gear-i-use Computer Equipment I Use - https://kit.co/731Woodworks/731-woodworks-computer-equipment Follow me on Amazon for more tool reviews: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-4e5e1fdd Join this channel's Patreon to get access to exclusive member only behind the scenes videos, member only livestreams, discounts, and other cool member only perks! https://www.patreon.com/731woodworks Join this channel to get access to perks as well: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSLClJLzdUMRMe0E4SPfc-w/join Get $10 off any order of stickers, labels and more using this link: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=9881980701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the 731 Woodworks YouTube channel https://www.731woodworks.com/youtubedisclaimer 0:00 How to Stain and Finish Wood 0:54 Removing Wood Glue 1:58 How to Fill Knot Holes in Wood 3:46 How to Sand Wood 5:25 Prepare Wood for Stain 6:20 The Secret to flawless wood finish on pine 7:08 How to Apply Stain to Wood 9:35 Circle Marks in Wood Finish 10:02 Light Spots after Staining Wood 10:53 Wood Staining Mistakes 12:17 How to Apply Laquer to Wood 12:54 Polyurethane vs Laquer 18:18 Applying Laquer Tips and Tricks
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