An interesting question solicits detailed, informative input from Michael Dresdner, Rick White, and Linda Haus. Read more ...

Does anyone manufacture a 30/60/90 degree template for cutting out hexagons?

Carol Reed advises a reader on using shop vacuums to remove air from large vacuum press bags. Read more ...

Simple and efficient suggestions are in line for a woodworker looking to Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone for table saw worries. Read more ...

This frustrated carpenter gets some solid suggestions for breaking into the woodworking trade without compromising your day job or family time. Read more ...

It's nearly impossible to avoid dust nibs with a slow drying finish, so Michael Dresdner offers a few alternative suggestions for keeping that nice high gloss finish. Read more ...

John Brock and Richard Jones advise this reader as to which finish will be child-safe. Read more ...

What grit is 'A' grade plywood sanded to from the factory?

An unusual inquiry solicits some useful information on skin-friendly finishes. Read more ...

To avoid water damage on his new kitchen tables, Michael Dresdner and Lee Grindinger set this woodworker down the right path for finishing. Read more ...

Is there a quicker way to sand the many spindles on chair backs and legs other than the old-fashioned way?

Rob Johnstone and Michael Dresdner help this reader identify a special wood plane that is perfect for taking the edge off of lumber.  Read more ...

Advice on making holes that are small and square.  Read more ...

Michael Dresdner offers a solution to a seemingly unstoppable veenering problem, seen even in the big boxes and in high-end retailers.  Read more ... 

Temperature and humidity play an important role in fitting wood.  Read more ...

Is there ever an advantage to adding glue to a wood screw hole for either added strength or preventing the screw from working loose?

If a S4S board is already planed down and smooth, why is it necessary to sand the S4S board again?

The answer to a rather straightforward jointer question turns out to be equally practical and creative.  Read more ...

Michael Dresdner and Simon Watts, thankfully, expose the absurdity of the advice this patient woodworker was given. Read more ...

If I have to choose between air filtration and dust collection for my home shop, which should I choose?

In switching over from working with metal and fiberglass to working with wood, a novice wonders if his air tools can switch over, too. Read more ...

How to make your woodworking project like an alligator.  Read more ...

A concerned reader asks a complicated copyright question, and the WWJ editors clear up any confusion with their replies. Read more ...

Linda Haus offers a quick, clear answer for this confident woodworker's circuit-wiring question. Read more ...

Checking may be unavoidable in this situation, but Michael Dresdner and Lee Grindinger have a few ideas that might save this project.  Read more ...

What angle is the micro bevel on those blades that have one?

I'm going to make an octagonal lighthouse and I'm trying to figure out the angle to cut the pieces.

Our woodworking know-it-all's confront this reader's claim that anti-freeze could be used to cure green wood. Read more ...

The experts give advice on navigating the treacherous territory of spray finishing. Read more ...

Questions on how many times to apply wood conditioner are answered.  Read more ...

The definitions tell the difference between an arc and an arch. Read more ...

Be wary when trusting the dimensions from the borg. Read more ...

A hesistant woodworker hoping to move away from working exclusively with oak receives some kind words of encouragment from our experts. Read more ...

Our expert gives this woodworker some extra advice to complete his mantle project perfectly. Read more ...

Sound advice for safely finishing a baby cradle. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner supplies the perfect solution for a woodworker looking for a natural finish for his baby bed. Read more ...

The owner of an antique table that survived a fire needs a little restoration help, and Michael Dresdner's neat tips are just the ticket.  Read more ...

Rob Johnstone offers a few quick and easy solutions to address this woodworker's routing concerns. Read more ...

A woodworker is baffled by his band saw's refusal to cut straight, so he comes to Rick White and Rob Johnstone for help. Read more ...

The experts suggest a few worthwhile purchases that this woodworker might want to consider for his newly set-up shop. Read more ...

I want to install a wash bowl on a maple antique dresser to use in the bathroom. What can I use to protect the top?

W. Patrick Edwards and Lee Grindinger give this reader advice for killing those pesky powder post beetles. Read more ...

How can I bend 3/8-inch oak with a cutout design, which is for the back of a rocking chair, without steaming it? 

A bit of invaluable advice for any novice learning how to bend the rockers for a rocking chair. Read more ...

A variety of ideas for what kind of glue works best on cutting boards.  Read more ...

What's the best wood for building a picnic table?

A well-informed woodworker looks to Michael Dresdner for advice on buying a circular saw blade for a specific project. Read more ...

I'm just starting to get into lathe turning.  With the multiple speeds on the lathe, at which speed is it best to sand finish the project?  It seems to me that at the lower speeds, the sand paper doesn't clog up as fast.- Robert Cornelisse

What type of wood would work best to build T-rails for dropped ceiling panels?

If I change the shape of my bevel during sharpening, do I just keep going and just make a new angle? 

Should I start at the heel of the bevel and keep sharpening until it reaches the tip, or do I start from the tip of the tool and keep sharpening my way back to the heel of the bevel?

A reader's band saw blade bind up frustration is easily calmed by the eZine's problem-solving specialists. Read more ...

This reader's idea to use biscuit joints as mortise and tenon joints is addressed by Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone. Read more ...

Though biscuits may technically be adequate, these experts suggest a few alternatives for their use in a cabinet door. Read more ...

The wise woodworking experts give a quick and easy rule to remember about biscuits. Read more ...

I assumed that since there is a special sized bit for a dado for plywood, all nominal plywood must be the same thickness. The plywood I

Could you please tell me if boiled linseed oil applied to finished wood then wiped dry with a cloth has a danger of being toxic? -  Buz Brown

The experts are full of advice for a beginning woodworker who hopes to fit lots of learning into his limited free-time schedule. Read more ...

I have made some kitchen cabinets, and the doors are made of poplar frame with paneling in the middle.  They are so bowed it is heartbreaking. How can I remedy this? Any suggestions will be gladly appreciated.

I'm having trouble with my finishing and wondered if you could give me some advice. Every time I apply a clear polyurethane finish, I get hundreds of tiny bubbles in it. I've tried different types of brushes and strokes and even mixing techniques, still have the same problem.  Any advice you could offer would be greatly appreciated.

Why do I get air bubbles when I apply varnish?

Michael Dresdner solves a practical workbench-making question for this reader. Read more ...

I have a Delta band saw in good condition. A friend is making a violin and came to saw some maple scroll blanks. Cutting straight cuts, everything was fine. As soon as we turned corners, the wood seared and smoked, leaving a black surface. We had to quit using the saw as we didn't want the char to come through to the surface after carving. Have you any idea what causes this burning? The 1/4" saw blade was new with fine teeth, and the radii we were cutting were no less than an inch. It didn't seem like w...

Burning scrap wood may not be toxic, but watch out for the smell.  Read more ...

I am considering installing butcher-block countertops in our kitchen. Would a plywood core sheathed in maple work, or must I have a full thickness butcher block top?

Our expert gives easy-to-use advice on how to find or sell the wood you want. Read more ...

Clearing up confusion about "C2" and "C3."  Read more ...

Carol Reed assures this reader that there are lots of options for CAD programs. Read more ...

A quick and easy calculation for a curve radius.  Read more ...

This reader's suspicions prove to be correct, and solicit some added insight from the experts. Read more ...

Though this reader's troubles seem to nearly stump our experts, they've got a few sneaky ideas to combat a jointer that refuses to cut straight.  Read more ...

A variety of responses give insight into the complicated task of making chair seats. Read more ...

Carol Reed says that stretching band saw tires is a team effort.  Read more ...

Wise words of wisdom for a woodworker planning to combine solid cherry and cherry plywood. Read more ...

My son accidentally spilled melted butter on an unfinished countertop of bare fir plywood. What could be used to clean it so that water-based paint would stick to it?

Some fine tips for cleaning stubbornly dirty wooden kitchen cabinets. Read more ...

Short of belt sanding the entire room and every slat on the benches, is there a way to freshen up the wood in saunas?

John Brock and Michael Dresdner are careful to provide detailed advice so that this reader can stop ruining his "high-quality" brushes. Read more ...

Solid advice for disposing of cleaning solutions without polluting the environment. Read more ...

How much clearance should there be between the mating surfaces of a joint? Is .002" enough? Is .010" too much?

A concise answer clears up any directional confusion this reader may encounter while routing. Read more ...

Dealing with the splits in this woodworker's new pieces of red oak may be a futile effort. Read more ...

Carol Reed advises this reader to drink his beverage and use true rust-removing tools for this job. Read more ...

My shop gets cold in the winter. How bad is the cold for my tools and equipment?  Do I need to move all my tools into the house for the winter?

The experts weigh in on the issue of dust collection when attached to a lathe. Read more ...

I am attempting to make a cookie tin banjo. For the neck blank, I will use 4 pieces of 1" X 4" red oak laminated face to face to get the width I need for the string head and the depth I need for the heel. I know that red oak is not the preferred wood, but it is readily available at home centers and should provide a relatively stable neck once glued up and shaped. The problem is: I would like to color the glue that I use to laminate the wood but don't want the color to penetrate deeply into the wood. I w...

Some of woodworking's pros discuss how to correct concave jointer cuts.  Read more ...

I have a small workshop with many benchtop and power hand tools. The problem is being able to connect them to my shop vac to reduce dust. Does anyone make an adapter kit which allows you to connect various different tools to standard shop vac? Currently the only tools that I can attach to my shop vac are my table saw and my benchtop band saw. - Heidi Christy

I want to know how to control splitting of wood in the seasoning process.

Greg Williams clearly explains conversion varnish.  Read more ...

Advice for the mathematically challenged on conversions. Read more ...

Bench height is very important, so our experts make sure that none of their smart pointers are left out of this discussion. Read more ...

A glue previously reviewed in the eZine, MIchael Dresdner and Carol Reed recommend Titebond III for obvious reasons. Read more ...

How does one create a "piano finish"?

Our woodworking gurus do their best to help this woodworker stop the state of Ohio from cupping.  Read more ...

This woodworker in on the verge of quitting a project because of the odor that won't go away, but luckily Michael Dresdner has some quick tips. Read more ...

Great advice for bending wood - especially oak, as is this woodworker's preference. Read more ...

Q: What is meant by a 1.5 pound cut of shellac? Greg Williams: The cut of the shellac indicates the amount of dry shellac, in pounds, dissolved in a gallon of solvent. A 1.5 pound cut is a good choice for a size

A clear, easy introduction to making perfectly concave seats for chairs. Read more ...

This reader needed an extra tip to complete Rob Johnstone's kerf-cutting directions, and Michael Dresdner was there to help him out. Read more ...

Though he looked through his old issues of WWJ for dentil molding advice, this woodworker finally turned to Michael Dresdner for some straightforward instructions. Read more ...

Q: Is there a rule of thumb for determining how long a fastener needs to be for the joint of a project?

A reader's misinformed notions concerning fence alignment are cleared up by our experts.  Read more ...

Michael Dresdner and Lee Grindinger help this confused woodworker out by clearly answering some jointer questions. Read more ...

What are the differences in the various plywood types with names like CDX, MDF, MDO, OSB and so on? 

Though this eZine reader has heard otherwise, our woodworking pros don't see much of a problem with this beginner's plunge routing plans.  Read more ...

Pine's really no problem when you've got Michael Dresdner giving you finishing advice.  Read more ...

Encouraging this older woodworker to pick up the craft again, Michael Dresdner offers some advice. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner, Rob Johnstone and Lee Grindinger offer their handy ideas for removing pesky old glue.  Read more ...

Our pros explain the basic use of a jointer in the shop for an enthusiastic woodworking novice.  Read more ...

A steel-like bunch of oak wood baffled this reader, so he turned to Michael Dresdner and Rick White for advice. Read more ...

No more crazy looks for this reader - easy tips to end the search for MDF laminated with melamine. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner's advice will help this woodworker complete a dollhouse project. Read more ...

These seasoned woodworkers help a novice with the old problem of drifting while ripping large pieces of stock on a table saw. Read more ...

The advertisements for drill presses say 10-inch,12-inch, 15-inch and so on. To what does that measurement refer?

Q: I tried brute force and cleaning the taper with paint thinner, but the chuck falls off my new drill press with any vibration. What can I do? Carol Reed: Clean the socket of the chuck as well,

This quick and easy answer from Helen Patterson solves this reader's drilling problem immediately. Read more ...

The experts give a few important warnings about drilling holes in a rip fence. Read more ...

Rob Johnstone and Michael Dresdner explain the real deal behind dust and varnish. Read more ...

Are there ways of using patterns or techniques for turning mult

John Brock and Kevin Hancock agree on the answer to this reader's inquiry. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone offer their guidance to a woodworker suddenly dealing with edge marking from his table saw.  Read more ...

The router lady gives fool-proof router tips to this reader. Read more ...

Is it possible to use edge glued panels sold in home improvement centers to build outdoor planters, and if so, how would I prepare the boards to withstand the elements?

A variety of ideas for getting rid of that musty old smell. Read more ...

Tips for avoiding blowout when routing pine with a straight bit.  Read more ...

Our experts debunk an old cupping myth.  Read more ...

Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone offer basic clamping advice to a beginner with a pressing concern. Read more ...

Thanks to our experts, this Q&A is full of great ideas for dust control. Read more ...

To help a reader with a baffling band saw problem, suggestions range from books on the topic to listening for a bass musical notes for tightness.  Read more ...  

Michael Dresdner clears up this reader's confusion over the idea of a "European" approach to woodworking. Read more ...

Dentil molding can be a bit tough to figure out, but our experts are here to help. Read more ...

What kind of paint would you recommend for an exterior carved sign? I want it to protect the wood and not fade.

Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone give this reader many ideas to solve his problem with rotting wood, as well as some precautionary suggestions. Read more ...

Are there extra long bits in small sizes?

The experts offer some ideas for trying to avoid fading finish on exterior doors.  Read more ...

The experts give concise explanations of what it means to "fair" a template. Read more ...

Luke Donyernose offers practical advice for an extremely common problem in woodworking. Read more ...

I want to use feather boards on my table saw but the table is aluminum and has no T-slots and no flat areas on the back for clamping. Suggestions?

The experts give this woodworker sound advice that will help him preserve his gifted oak fence boards. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner and Richard Jones clear up the confusion about figuring out board feet. Read more ...

Some screws pulled out of one of the drawer fronts of a small dresser made of pressed sawdust, creating voids twice the size of a silver dollar. Is there some kind of epoxy that could be used which could also be sanded and painted?

Quick fixes for filling holes that were not quite drilled correctly. Read more ...

When making raised panel cabinet doors, I created a void where the biscuit was too close to the end of boards being glued together. Can I salvage them?

There are many options for this reader's quest to plunge route. Read more ...

I find that I just can't achieve truly good results when working with "bad" wood. Can you recommend some tips and sources for finding good, straight, clear wood?

A quick answer to this reader's joint question. Read more ...

The experts help this reader decide what finish to use for his workbench. Read more ...

The real truth about UV rays, aromatic cedar, and finishing. Read more ..

What finish can I use on a piece made with mixed woods that will cure on the cocobolo and retain the color of the purpleheart?

What finish will work if we wanted to use the bowls I turn for hot soup?

How should I finish the inside of a cedar chest so as not to lose the aroma?

Greg Williams gives this reader a few thoughts to consider when choosing a finish for outdoor furniture. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner tells this woodworker the real deal behind staining an unfinished alder table.  Read more ...

The butternut I am using is yellowish and has a green tint in places. How do I finish this wood to retain the characteristics of the butternut but still look attractive?

There’s lots of information on finishing outdoor cedar furniture, but how do I finish an indoor cedar kitchen table?

A computer desk made with oak-wood plywood led to a variety of filling-the-grain questions, with Michael Dresdner on hand to lend us his wisdom. Read more ...

Insight on what seal coat to use before spraying lacquer over an oil-based polyurethane. Read more ...

Are there inserts to adapt twelve inch table saw blades, most of which have a one-inch hole, to fit a five-eighths-inch arbor?

Q: I installed pre-finished Bolivian cherry flooring. This finish is fairly soft, so scratches and dings have appeared. How can I fix these spots?

Q: When I build a box, then cut off the lid on the table saw, I end up with two distinct small steps in opposite corners. How can I fix this? Carol Reed: Sounds like you need to check your saw fence for...

How do you re-cloth the slats of a roll-top desk so that it flexes easily without the glue stiffening it?

Although sealing bugs in the salad bowl doesn't sound so appetizing, this reader gets advice on a proper finish that is food-safe and will eliminate bug problems.  Read more ...

How do I form a tenon on the end of a five-foot-long table apron? It won't fit atop my table saw in the tenon jig.

The metric system could be a quick fix for this reader's dislike of fractions. Read more ...

This lathe rookie looks for advice on avoiding cracking in freshly cut logs. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner's expert advice helps this wholesale furniture retailer get out of a tight spot.  Read more ...

What is a shooting board and how is it used? I never heard of it.

This reader needs ideas for a problematic door, and our woodworking experts are quick to help. Read more ...

Q: We just put in new alder kitchen cabinets and plan to finish them ourselves. What color finish should I use so that they go with our countertops? The counters are Formica®.

I have a 6-inch jointer and a 12-1/2-inch thickness planer. I have roughsawn lumber of varying widths. I am (trying to) make panels (sides and top of a cabinet) measuring 22 x 21 inches.I am ripping to something less than six inches to plane the lumber flat on one side, jointing one edge, ripping the opposite edge on the table saw, jointing that edge, and gluing up a 1/2 panel that will fit in the thickness planer, planing the half panel to flat and to thickness, then gluing the half panels together. I ...

Razor blades, mineral spirits and candle wax are part of the arsenal that combats the "gooey stuff." Read more ...

Q: We just put in new maple kitchen cabinets and plan to finish them ourselves. What color finish should I use so that they go with our counter tops? The counters are Formica®.

The wisdom of our experts help this reader achieve straighter jig saw cuts. Read more ...

This reader's question prompted our shop pros to practically write a must-read article about the basics of using glue in woodworking. Read more ...

This woodworker's question and the expert's answers are a nice resource for Titebond II glue queries. Read more ...

What is the most versatile glue for fastening the returns on molding such as cove or chair rail at open ends in order to keep installing without waiting for glue to set up?

Michael Dresdner offers up a few easy, quick methods to break glue joints. Read more ...

Some detailed explanations for why we make workbenches like we do. Read more ...

Though there are no specific rules to answering this reader's question, the experts offer wise advice. Read more ...

Gluing can inevitably become a messy process, but this dovetail gluing tricks may minimize squeeze-out cleanup. Read more ...

John Swanson and John Brock offer their insight on choosing a glue for turning Corian scraps. Read more ...

A couple of woodworkers building a new home get some valuable flooring advice from our expert.  Read more ...

Every expert we asked agreed on the answer to this gluing question. Read more ...

Kevin Hancock and Carol Reed offer sensible suggestions for a woodworker deciding on an hourly rate. Read more ...

A variety of good suggestions for transferring grid patterns. Read more ...

Do you have any guidelines for finishing honeylocust? 

Do you know of a woodworking guild that produces wood toys for disadvantaged, hospitalized or foster kids and has access to insurance programs to cover the liability end of such an enterprise?

John Brock offers his wise "suspicions" as an explanation for this reader's halogen lighting problem. Read more ...

A magical solution for those who can't commit to just one wood stain. Read more ...

How do I go about getting information about heat treating wood for international shipping?

Helping this woodworker convince his wife of the merits of a new tool, here's a few arguments that may sway your decision between a router and shaper. Read more ...

Perfectly clear, easy advice for avoiding squeeze-out. Read more ...

Does anyone know of a national woodworking test that can be given to high school students for a credit?

A jewelry-box maker's inquiry leads to a healthy discussion advocating creating mockups to ensure perfection in your project. Read more ...

A few novel ideas are in order to help this woodworker simultaneously preserve his antique church pew and keep it on his front porch.  Read more ...

Michael Dresdner's finishing expertise helps this reader get the most "pop" out of his mahogany plant stand. Read more ...

Always ready to give instructions for do-it-yourself methods, Michael Dresdner gives this reader a quick recipe for homemade pore filler.  Read more ...

Can honey locust wood be used to make furniture?

To stop the smell of linseed oil from permanently stinking up your woodworking project, Michael Dresdner gives top-notch, easy-to-do advice. Read more ...

Some serious suggestions for making perfect cuts at an exact angle. Read more ...

If you're having trouble finishing cocobolo, follow John Brock and Kevin Hancock's smart advice. Read more ...

Solutions for sticky paneling and boiled linseed oil problems.  Read more ...

Carol Reed suggests a professional option for veneer application to counter the old practice with a utility knife. Read more ...

John Swanson answers this reader's inquiry about bowl blanks coated in Anchorseal. Read more ...

A reader gets answers on how to find a local woodworking guild.  Read more ...

I have a large eucalyptus log with a burl on one side that projects three inches and measures 16 by 28 inches. The log section is 18 inches in diameter. What is the best way to harvest the burl for future turning?

Q: Is there a way to repair chipped enamel on a Hoosier cabinet? Michael Dresdner: Most home stores sell porcelain chip repair kits for fixing sinks and bathtubs,

I have never built or used a shooting board, but plan to in the near future. When planing the workpiece, what prevents the shooting board from being planed?

How do I identify the bevel angle on blades in order to sharpen them correctly?

A seemingly logic-defying jointer problem is sorted out by our woodworking specialists. Read more ...

Please explain the difference between the mechanisms in an impact driver vs. a hammer drill (such as a Hilti) used for drilling into concrete, etc.

Where can I get information on fine-tuning planers and jointers?

A quick way to learn about woodcarving.  Read more ...

Wondering about essential tools for his shop, this woodworker wonders where a shaper fits into the mix.  Read more ...

Though you might expect all squares to be accurate, that's not always the case - here's some tips to be absolutely sure. Read more ...

A woodworker frustrated by chipping wonders if it's just going to happen no matter what; Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone weigh in with their opinions. Read more ...

John Swanson explains the possible uses for sumac in woodworking. Read more ...

My question is about jointer beds. I would like to know if there is any advantage to either dovetail or parallelogram adjustment for bed height.

Admittedly confused by jointers and planers, this reader's concerns are finally cleared up with guidance from Michael Dresdner. Read more ...

The expert's contrasting opinions make for an interesting answer to this jointing question. Read more ...

A quick solution for problems with kitties on ego trips. Read more ...

Band saws can be tricky - unless you've got woodworking's top brainiacs giving you pointers! Read more ...

Helping a reader in their quest to learn more, Lee Grindinger recommends getting the kiln-drying bible. Read more ...

John Swanson explains how to decide the speed of the lathe.  Read more ...

There has been much discussion of the federal rules governing testing for lead and phthalates in toys that may be required of manufacturers as well as crafters.

Where do I find instructions to read a caliper?

The JET Super Saw could be perfect for this woodworker, but our experts advise a brush-up on table saw safety before using this saw.  Read more ...

Right-tilt and left-tilt table saws aren't so different after all.  Read more ....

Leveling the insert on a home-made router table could potentially be tricky, but not when you've got Michael Dresdner and Jeff Jacobson helping out! Read more ...

I have a benchtop planer (Dewalt) that I don't want to store on the bench or use a separate stand because of the footprint.  I want to store it on a shelf below, but at about 90 pounds, it's tough to move from shelf to benchtop, and I know as I get older, it'll get harder.  What can I get to raise it from the shelf to the benchtop safely and easily?  Lift mechanisms I've found (like for commercial kitchen mixers) have a 60 pound capacity.

Clever responses to an important limb wood question.  Read more ...

A straightforward definition quickly answers this reader's question. Read more ...

Clear advice to solve the problem of lining up pieces when using a biscuit jointer.  Read more ...

John Brock and W. Patrick Edwards offer their expertise to this reader in regards to his sharpening question. Read more ...

Various ideas, some very resourceful and others slightly unusual, to keep the ends of rough logs from splitting. Read more ...

Lucky to have inherited a grandfather's tool collection in perfect shape, this woodworker looks to Michael Dresdner to be sure that he makes the right choice in drive belt size. Read more ....

Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone offer smart instructions for storing tools to prevent damage. Read more ...

Michael Dresdner and Simon Watts tackle this tricky tenon question. Read more ...

Clearing up the confusion of a lumber dealer's description of wood thickness. Read more ...

Is Lyptus® available in five, six and eight quarter stock, or only in four quarter?

Kevin Hancock's advice for keeping paintbrushes in good condition is clever, quick, and easy to do. Read more ...

Do you have any simple tricks for taking the grids on a plan and transferring them to workable size?

How can I make new very white pine match the rich, almost amber-orange color of our old pine walls?