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Expert Profile: Greg Scholl

Expertise: Questions on Woodworking, wood finishing and refinishing of all kinds, repairing furniture and wooden objects,Architectural details, Woodturning, carving, tool usage, product usage, some chemistry as it applies to woodworking and related interests,cabinet making and furniture construction/design, etc. I have experience with all manners of colorants, finishes, paints, stains, dyes, glazes, and coatings of all kinds.

Experience in the area
Fine furniture restorer and cabinet maker for over 30 years,serving high end Antique dealers, Interior designers, Collectors in the CT area. Sold, built, serviced, setup Home,Industrial and Commercial stationary woodworking tools for a major tool retailer in CT. for three years, sold hand and power tools, and offered instruction on use and care as well.I even have some Trade show Demo experience.

Organizations
none at this time.

Publications
Published in Fine Woodworking Magazine (12/97), included on Fine Woodworkings first "Best of Fine Woodworking" CD-ROM (2002) ...("27 year compilation of expert know-how"), local newspapers as well

Education/Credentials
Art School at Silvermine Guild in Norwalk, CT., 9 year apprenticeship in a European run Cabinet and Restoration shop in CT., various classes on subjects having to do with the field.Seminars by Major tool manufacturers, Delta, Powermatic, Performax, Porter Cable, Skil/Bosch to name a few.

Past/Present Clients
Many varied clients including work on Martha Stewarts' Westport, CT. show house, many fine Antique dealers and private collectors in and around Fairfield County and in Woodbury, CT.(the Antiques capital of CT.)
Consulting for area Painting/Decorating and Building contractors on non painting issues..(staining, wood prep.,clear finishing, floor restoration and architectural detail restoration and repair, etc.), local Museums and Historical Societies.

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What do you like about this subject? I love restoring items so that they will continue on in families, History, and in tradition to outlive me. I also love replacing a missing part with such care and accuracy, that you can't tell I did anything, or restoring a real eyesore to reveal a beautiful object underneath that will live on and continue to serve humanity as the maker intended.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? I learn everyday and continue to hone my skills. I have recently been developing my carving skills, and I have working on starting a Blog shortly, something I have been dying to do! - Stay tuned! I plan to join the local Woodturning guild in the near future, and I'm interested in learning to construct and play Native American Flutes.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Things are not made with the same soul, care, thought to construction, beauty and longevity anymore,and that's a huge shame. What will be tomorrows Antiques? The answer, sadly, is yesterdays Antiques,and fine furniture and items from todays relatively small group of Artisans and Craftspeople, if they are cared for and appreciated PROPERLY by todays craftsmen.( and women!)

Something controversial or provocative about this subject While the Furniture industry continues to adapt metal, plastic, vinyl, sawdust, particleboard and other byproducts into the furniture stream, Landfills are already full of this crap, while real furniture survives generations. Something is being lost by the consumer,The appreciation for fine craftsmanship, the warmth, look, feel,of a finely crafted, piece of furniture.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 6350
Knowledge	9.92 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.94 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.98 Best of the best
Politeness	10.0 Best of the best
Number Of Questions Today (GMT time)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (Per Day, in GMT time)		3
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		481

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	07/01/09
10	10	10	10	06/30/09
10	10	10	10	06/26/09
10	10	10	10	06/14/09
10	10	10	10	06/14/09

User Comments

Thanks, Greg. Ratings are all 10's. I especially appreciate your comments on possible materials or brands.
(Kenneth on 07/01/09)

Thankyou for your quick response. since I live in Canada I did not order from the company suggested. I called the cabinet manufacturer and they confir
(Loreta on 06/26/09)

Mr. Scholl, Thank you so much for you prompt response.
(DeDe on 06/14/09)

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Recent Answers from Greg Scholl

2009-06-29 refinishing: Hi Ken, I wouldn't be concerned about "body heat" doing any damage to a finish. Depending on your skill level, desired application method, and the look you're after, there are many finishes that will provide...

2009-06-29 Cedar Chest Stains: Hey Tom, if the stains are whitish that probably means there is/was a thin finish (like lacquer) on the top...normally potted plant stains are brown/black. I would use a chemical stripper on the top and...

2009-06-28 Paint on Plywood: Hi Praveen, yes,of course plywood can be painted.....durability of standard Acrylic/Latex paints in a kitchen environment will be good to fair, (I have no idea what products and types of paint you have...

2009-06-27 painting over pine tongue and groove: Hi Carrie, A proper primer and paint job is the same as painting several coats of primer...and will last longer and look better. If you're going to do it...it does pay to do it right, and with a good paint...

2009-06-27 restain maple cabinets: Hi Stacey, almost all kitchen cabinets are finished with a multi step finishing schedule that includes , but is not limited to, Stains, sealers, toners, and clear coats....and these are usually factory...