Guides · Section 08
Troubleshooting
Most faults in a finished piece trace back to a specific step. These guides start from what you can see — tear-out, burning, gaps, cupping, blotch — work back to the likely cause, and set out how to check and fix it.
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What this section covers
- 8.1
Cutting faults
Tear-out, burning, chipping and cuts that wander.
- 8.2
Joint faults
Gaps, loose fits and joints that will not close.
- 8.3
Board faults
Cupping, bowing, twist and checks.
- 8.4
Finish faults
Blotch, raised grain, runs and a finish that will not cure.