What-would-you-do wednesday the case of the splintering sideboard
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What-Would-You-Do Wednesday The Case of the Splintering Sideboard Problem Snaggletooth Splinters of Doom Here you are on the cusp of completing what was supposed to be the pi ce de r sistance of your living room a charmingly rustic sideboard that whispers I m sophisticated with just a hint of I can also store your less sophisticated things But lo and behold every edge feels like it s auditioning for a role in The Splintering ready to attack the unsuspecting fingers of family friends and that one neighbor who s always overly curious about your DIY projects Solution Sandpaper the Gritty Guardian Before you toss your sideboard into the bonfire of your frustrations let s smooth things over with our little abrasive friend sandpaper Not all heroes wear capes some come in rolls sheets and blocks ready to take down the splintery villains with a touch of elbow grease and determination Start with a coarser grit to show those splinters who s boss and work your way up to a finer grit to finish with the finesse of a woodworker who knows their way around a grain Remember sanding with the grain is like petting a cat in the right direction it leads to purrs not claws As you progress your sideboard will start to feel smoother than a jazz musician s voice But wait there s a twist As you sand away serenading each board with the sweet song of sandpaper you realize you ve created enough sawdust to make a mini Sahara Fear not for this byproduct of your bravery can be repurposed Mix sawdust with wood glue to create your very own wood filler Use it to patch any imperfections and bask in the glory of your sustainable ingenuity As a final touch apply a generous coat of your chosen finish Whether it s oil wax or polyurethane it ll seal your hard work and add that protective layer allowing your sideboard to face the world splinter-free and fabulous And there you have it a splintering sideboard turned smooth operator all thanks to the power of sandpaper and a dash of woodworker s wit Join us next What-Would-You-Do Wednesday for more high-stakes woodworking escapades and nail-biting but please no more splinter-ind