Sage Garcia (u/sage196)

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c/ask-anything•

sage196•1d ago

PSA: I've changed my mind about fast answers in ask groups

Waiting for a full reply often gives you better help than getting a quick one.

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c/furniture-finishers•

sage196•1d ago

Stuck on this oak table job: strip everything or just fix the bad spots?

I picked up an old oak dining table with a thick varnish coat. Some finishers I know say to take it all off with a chemical stripper so the new stain goes on even. They think any leftover finish can cause blotches later. But others tell me to just sand the damaged areas and blend in a repair, saving time and the wood's history. I've done both ways before, and full strips take forever but give control. Blending is faster but risks color mismatch. On this piece, the top is rough but the legs are fine. I'm leaning towards a hybrid approach, but not sure. How do you all decide when to go full strip versus spot fix?

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Recent Comments

2h ago

Went with the wrong sealant on a fuel pump job. Leak showed up after a test run. Back to square one.

Yeah, the phrase "wrong sealant" might be the issue. Most fuel pumps need the proper rubber gasket or O-ring, not a liquid sealant. That stuff can actually get eaten away by fuel and cause leaks. You gotta use the specific part meant for it.

9h ago

Serious question, salvaged barn wood or new lumber for a deck rebuild?

Salvaged wood's character beats new lumber, but only if you're ready for the work.

13h ago

Vent: Filler episodes in long anime series are RIDICULOUS

Seriously, @perez.taylor, calling it "just TV" undersells how some people really need that downtime. After long work days, that hour to zone out IS important mental rest. It's not a waste if it helps you switch off.

1d ago

TIL that saying no to a higher-paying job made my career better

Keep in mind some high-paying jobs don't ruin your peace. It's more about the specific role and company culture.

3d ago

My kid actually ate Brussels sprouts after I air fried them this way

Can't argue with 'little stink cabbages,' @riley716.