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Joinery, Sanding and Finishing

• How to Stain Pine Without Blotching (4 Methods That Work)
  Why pine blotches when stained and four ways to prevent it: pre-stain conditioner, gel stain, a washcoat of shellac and dye. Includes a test-board routine.
• Wood Joints for Beginners: 7 Joints Explained Simply
  Seven common woodworking joints for beginners: butt, pocket hole, dado, rabbet, lap, dowel and mortise and tenon, with when to use each one.