| Mahogany Wine Rack -- Finishing Touches |
From "Wood Works"
episode WWK-203 |
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The finishing steps in building the mahogany wine rack include securing the back panel and applying a tung-oil finish. Materials: Yellow woodworker's glue
Glue roller
Clamps
Tung-oil finish
Paint brushes
Rags
Note: Cut sizes may vary. For exact measurements, please contact David Marks through his Web site -- information below under Resources. Safety Alert: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses when working with power-tools, saws, drills, routers, etc. Safety Alert: Always wear protective gloves when working with wood stains and solvents.
- With the frame and interior honeycomb-shelf structure complete, the mahogany back panel (figure A) can be installed in the rabbet that was cut along the back of the case.
- Because the back-panel will ultimately bear the weight of the entire rack -- and all the bottles that will be stored in it -- it must be secured solidly to the case itself. Yellow wood glue is placed in the rabbet as well as along the rear edges of the honeycomb (figure B). Care is taken to use an ample amount of glue, but not so much that squeeze-out inside the cabinet will result.
- Once the panel is glued in place, clamp it securely to ensure a uniform bond (figure C). The 1/2-inch plywood panel will be strong enough to mount the rack directly to the wall -- provided that it is secured directly into wall-studs.
- Once the installation of the back panel is complete, and the glue had dried, the assembled wine rack can be gone over with some 220-grit sandpaper to smooth any rough spots.
- A commercially prepared finish of tung-oil, linseed oil and polyurethane is applied to bring out the rich, dark tones of the mahogany and black-walnut trim (figure D).
The finished wine rack is sturdy and symmetrical. The honeycomb storage bays are ideal for attractively storing your collection of wines. The profile of the recessed alcoves, and the walnut-banded edges are pleasing to the eye.Sponsored Resource
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RESOURCES :
Fine Woodworking
A magazine devoted to high-quality craftsmanship in woodworking.
The Taunton Press Inc.
Website: www.taunton.com
Woodworking Techniques: Best Methods for Building Furniture from Fine Woodworking
Author: Editors of Fine Woodworking magazine
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1561583456
David Marks Website
David Marks, DIY's Wood Works host, is a master woodworker. For more information on cut sizes and project details, please contact him via his Website at www.djmarks.com
The Complete Woodworker's Companion
Author: Roger Holmes
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823008665
Popular Woodworking
F & W Publications, Inc.
Website: www.popularwoodworking.com
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