Always unroll Steelwool and tear down the grain of the metal and roll into balls to prevent the metal fibre cutting your hands.

Always do repairs when the light in the room is at its brightest with natural light.

Repair furniture in the position it normally sits. e.g. chairs on the floor, sideboard up against the wall.

Clean brushes in methylated spirits and also clean any Shellac or Polish off your hands with a methylated spirits impregnated cloth.

When you have a small pile of rags that have been used with an accelerant (methylated spirits, shellac, lacquer, polyurethane or turpentine) always dry each rag separately on concrete in the shade, away from pets and children.

A pile of rags that have been used with an accelerant can self-combust and start fires through fast evaporation when left in a pile.

Always put a drop sheet down around the area that you are working in and place a clean cover over any upholstered area making sure no wax of colours are spilt on to the area.

Disclaimer: These are provided as a guide only and results obtained may vary depending on the expertise of the individual.