Monthly Archives: August 2020

Utilitarian Project — Kitchen Improvement

Posted on August 13, 2020 by woodworksbyjohn

One of the many benefits of being able to do woodwork is that there is virtually no limit as to what you can do.  From rough concrete forms, to house framing, cabinetry, carving, fine furniture, etc. there’s an unlimited spectrum … Continue reading →

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Frame Talk #4: Traditional Water Gilding 23k Gold Leaf

Posted on August 6, 2020 by woodworksbyjohn

In this edition of Frame Talk I’d like to give a short explanation of the traditional water gilding process vs. oil gilding.  There is absolutely no comparison to the final results of these two processes.  Very difficult to photograph but … Continue reading →

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