I already put oak-Gloss on it when it's new 2 days ago and wanted to give it a 2nd hand and turn out really bad, so I had to scrape it off using sandpaper and again I tried to put another one and this time the Varnish didn't come uniform so I am scraping it off but My hands are hurting so bad and I really wish to find a solutinon for it after I finished cleaning it. Is there any product I should use before varnishing it.
2006-10-26 04:59:10 · 6 answers · asked by vero 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Sanding is the only way to remedy this problem. Start with 100 grit to remove the varnish. when varnish is gone sand with 150 grit then sand with 220 grit. Clean surface thoroughly with a tack cloth. If you would like to change the tone of the wood then stain with a semi transparent penetrating stain. When the product suggested waiting time is complete for drying use oil base Polyurethane(also referred to as varnish) as your clear protective finish, Always thin the poly with paint thinner (Denatured alcohol is for shellac, not poly) Thin it as much as needed to permit easy brushing. When first coat is dry , sand lightly with 220grit paper,clean with tack cloth, apply 2nd coat,dry, sand with 220grit paper,clean, apply final coat. when dry use 600grit paper or 0000super fine steel wool to smooth it to a supple finish.
2006-10-26 06:03:31 · answer #1 · answered by steve b 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first key to applying a good varnish is to allow the proper time to dry between coats. Certain products dry faster than others. I would recommend applying "deft sanding lacquer" as a treatment before the actual finish. I have used this product and it speeds up the entire process. For finishing coats, I would suggest "deft clear wood finish" It is available in the standard satin, semi-gloss, and gloss shades that you find in other products but it dries fast. You can apply coats about 30 minutes apart and they chemically bond to each other which makes them really shine. You can get them products at most home centers or on line at www.woodcraft.com
2006-10-26 05:51:36 · answer #2 · answered by rhstranger2772 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend using a stain instead of a varnish, it just gives a more natural look. Not sure about with varnish, but if you stain wood you can get a pre-stain treatment that will allow the wood to absorb the stain more evenly. It works noticeably well as I've tried and tested this many ways. Then once you have your stain where you want it, you can apply a polyurethane coating or 3 coats to give you a the protection you want. The poly coating comes in different gloss levels so you can make it as flat or glossy as you'd like.
2006-10-26 05:07:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have varnished 3 end tables recently and my husband told me to buy some denatured alcohol to mix with the varnish and it really helped to get even coats. I started at a 25 - 75 ratio then worked my way to mostly varnish. It took about 3 coats though, that's the down side. I also had to sand in between coats (once it dried). But, my husband made these tables himself so maybe that's why it took more work to get sealed.
2006-10-26 05:33:56 · answer #4 · answered by Slam64 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
paint remover, wash with alchol, Conditioner, Jell stain, Varnish, light sanding between coats, let it dry completely between coats. Apply varnish with a spray and it looks perfect!
2006-10-26 11:44:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anna K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to use a sealer, first, if you want good results,1remove,2sand,3sealer,4vanish,in light coats,.then use a clear top coat.to protect your investment.(urethane) follow all directions on your products.
2006-10-26 05:43:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋