Q. I bought some unfinished furniture to save money and now I am not sure how to finish it. I have no experience in finishing and would like something simple, if possible to give a wood-tone effect.

Penetrating finishes such as those achieved by old-time craftsmen with linseed oil have a depth and luster quite unlike those of surface coatings such as varnish or lacquer. They help accent the ...

This woodturning video shows the transformation of a big oak log into a natural edge bowl. The rustic edges give it character, while the Danish oil finish brings out the depth of the wood. A ...