What-Would-You-Do Wednesday: The Case of the Splintering Sid..

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 pièce de résistance 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