Tips for Achieving a Perfect Finish with Axminster Tools

Woodworking
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Hello all,

I have recently started using Axminster tools for my woodwork projects and am loving the tools they offer so far. The quality and performance of the tools are fantastic. I am, however, having a little issue with getting a good finish on my parts. I have tried different methods of sanding and put different finishes on, just not the look I want; smooth, professional looking parts.

Does anyone have any recommendations or tips on how to use Axminster tools to obtain a perfect finish, especially with hardwood? I would of course welcome any recommended sanders and finishing products from Axminster to help get a smoother finished surface. Also, does anyone carry out a specific process (of sanding, buffing, any finishes) that works for them?

I came across this website:https://community.axminstertools.com/t/axminster-dust-extractors-tools-used-by-bloggers/2568/what-is-chatgpt

I am hoping to hear back from everyone and their positive experiences as well as recommendations for products and/or processes to enhance the quality of my work.

Thank you all for your insights – you are all a great help!

All the best,
mathew

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Ok teach grand mother to suck eggs … sorry

1 are your tools sharp, I mean really sharp

2 how much pressure are you applying, a light touch on the finish

3 when doing my bows , eveerything from scrap wood from tvhe tip to expensive blanks before sanding I use a skew tool to make the final cut

4 work the gareades of grit from 120 through to 600 Chestnut cut and polish is about 250 grit

5 I use sanding mesh

6 some times if a really fin finish I will use up to a 4000 grit

7 you can use sanding mesh and some others with wax/ cut and polish to get a dustless sand

8 how you looked at using schallac after sanding for a fine finish

8a after final sanding. a light coat of schallac.

8b after 12 to 24 hours a very light sand to take off rough spots/ nobbies

8c repeat up chosen coats of schallac

8d ps you can mis Chestnut sprit wood stain with the schllac to give a hint of colour

look at Chestnut products and their compatablity c hart