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Finishing and Restoring Wood and Structures: Yellow-Poplar Lumber for Exterior Architectural Applications in New Construction and for Historical Restoration

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Yellow-poplar (also called tulip poplar or American tulip) has shown a resurgence in popularity in recent years due to its cost and greater abundance. This publication examines the positive and negative attributes of yel  More...
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Complete Guide to Hardwood Plywood and Face Veneer (paperback)

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Assuming you don't want your cabinets, RTA furniture or other products made from plywood to smell like dirty diapers, a quick look at a hardwood plywood manual by Ang Schramm is in order. According to Schramm, South Amer  More...

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Wood Finishing: Finishing Exterior Plywood, Hardboard and Particleboard

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This publication discusses finishing exterior plywood, hardboard, and particleboard. It includes care and preparation before construction, plywood finishing and refinishing, and reconstituted wood products--finishing a  More...
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Paint Failure Problems and Their Cure

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This bulletin describes various paint problems and provides information on how to correct or prevent them.  More...
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Wood Finishing: Discoloration of House Paint--Causes and Cures

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This publication discusses the causes for discoloration and deterioration of paint on wood surfaces, providing suggestions for the prevention and cure of such problems.  More...
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Selection and Application of Exterior Finishes for Wood

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This publication discusses how to select the appropriate finish for the different types of wood products used on structures as well as their correct application procedures.  More...
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