Jess Reid

Finishes · Toy safety

Jess Reid is the team's expert on finishes and toy safety. She came to woodworking through years of restoring vintage children's furniture, with a focus on stripping suspect finishes and replacing them with non-toxic alternatives. Jess writes about water-based stains, beeswax oils, ASTM F963 / EN71 compliance, and how to choose a finish that's safe even when a one-year-old decides to taste it.

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How Long Does Wood Glue Take To Dry?

How Long Does Wood Glue Take To Dry

How long does wood glue take to dry, set and cure? When deciding on how to attach wood, the drying time of wood glue is crucial. A quick drying time is important for any woodworking project. How long does it take for wood glue to dry? A good wood glue can be a powerful adhesive to attach […]

Can You Use A Wood Stain on Concrete?

Can You Use A Wood Stain on Concrete

Can you use a wood stain on concrete? Does your patio or deck inspire less this summer? You can update the ugly unfinished concrete appearance by using wood stain. Can you use wood stain to color concrete? How do you proceed if it is possible? You can transform your concrete patio with any type of wood stain. This post will […]

Best Glue for Wood to Metal

Best Glue for Wood to Metal Product Reviews

Best Glue for Wood to Metal: Product Reviews People have used glue to join materials for centuries. However, some adhesives bond similar materials, such as metal to metal or Wood to Wood. Nonetheless, you can bond wood to metal and get a permanent bond. Not all glues can attach metal to wood. You need metal-to-wood […]

Best Putty for Nail Holes

Best Putty for Nail Holes

Professional woodworkers as well as DIY enthusiasts need nail hole fillers. They can be used to hide minor scratches or fill in ugly holes caused by the removal of hardware. Real wood putty can be used to fill in nail holes, preserving the beauty of your wooden floors and furniture for many years. How do you pick […]

Best Epoxy Resin for Thick or Deep Pours

Epoxy Resin for Thick Pours

Best Epoxy Resin for Thick or Deep Pours For Tables The smooth application of deep pouring resin is guaranteed, whether it’s to create a river table by hand or creative epoxy pieces. Thick pours add a custom touch to your epoxy projects, and they also enhance the durability and quality of your resin artwork by […]