She keeps asking to join me while I work on an old desk. I feel it's a good chance to show her a useful craft. He says the sanding dust and finish fumes are too risky for a kid. We really disagree on this. How do you all deal with family wanting to learn the trade?
Seeing how simple it was to clean up sold me on oil.
I got headaches from traditional varnish fumes last week. I switched to a water-based option and the air quality improved instantly. What are your best ways to cut down on shop fumes?
I miss the old oil-based varnishes that let you take your time. The new water-based stuff dries so fast, I end up with streaks and lap marks every time. Has anyone found a way to slow it down without ruining the finish?