Hardware Podcasts

STL194: New-Fangled Finishes

Shop Talk Live · 18 Jul 2019 · 1h 03m

What this episode covers

Hosts Mike Pekovich, Anissa, and Ben discuss woodworking techniques, focusing on glue-up timing, finishing products like Osmo and Rubio Monocoat, and CAD software including Fusion 360 and SketchUp. They highlight Tim Rousseau's Danish Modern Desk video series and share 'all-time favorite techniques' such as Tom McLaughlin's cut-and-glue method and Steve Latta's hinge stop. The conversation covers practical advice for hobbyists and professionals, addressing specific product choices and design workflows.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Products
General Finishes, Osmo, Rubio Monocoat
Tools
Fusion 360, SketchUp, Adobe Illustrator
Also
Tim Rousseau

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