This is actually the second time I stained it. The first time it ended up sticky but I thought it was because I did it in cold weather. So I sanded off the coat and tried again. Please help!
2006-11-25 01:14:23 · 12 answers · asked by sunblossoms 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Yes, maybe I put it on too thick. How can I fix that? I just applied the coat instead of applying and rubbing it off. How do I fix the problem now? Thanks.
2006-11-25 01:29:50 · update #1
I would like to ask if the material is just stain or stain with a urethane in it. If it was just stain it really does not matter how thick it is or how much you put on because the stain depending on the brand has alcohol or a thinner that evaporates quite fast however a urethane base is the stain and finish all in one and it sound to me like the temperature and possible humidity is at fault. the temperature has to above 60 degrees and fairly dry for the finish to set up. If it is a polyurethane base it will take two good days to really dry .
2006-11-25 02:14:14 · answer #1 · answered by sammy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say what you stained it with so it would be difficult to give you an answer. Some dumb sounding questions:
1. Are you sure it was stain that you used? It sounds like more of a finish coat problem to me.
2. Did you mix the stain well before using it?
3. Is the stain old?
4. Did you wipe the stain off after applying it?
5. Was the table previously finished or unfinished? If the finish coat wasn't removed prior to restaining, that might account for at least some of your problem.
Most stains, if properly applied, will be dry to the touch within an hour or so. Stains have a drying agent in them and if the stain is old or was left open for an extended period, some of that drying agent may have evaporated. How humid is it where you're at? All these things can play a factor. I build furniture as a hobby and have never personally run across this problem you describe.
2006-11-25 01:25:01 · answer #2 · answered by Spud55 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too high a humidity?
And I would definitely think it is too thick. You wipe on the stain and the wipe it off again, you don't 'coat' the piece with the stain.
Stain is a coloration and should leave the surface the same texture as it was before you stain it, though the moisture will raise the grain a bit.
Unless you are using a combination stain and finish. Then the finish is probably too thick.
2006-11-25 01:19:47 · answer #3 · answered by Aggie80 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a spirit base woodstain, possibly walnut. Try on the underside first, applying it with a 'ball' made from an old rag with a piece of sheet or so tied over it. careful how you go, you dont need much stain, just so you can build it up gradually. when its too dark, theres no going back... When you have the technique, slowly build the colour on the top to your taste. The effect of the stain will be to make the surface rough, like wet blotting paper. gently rub this off with very fine wire wool when the stain is dry. Then a good beeswax polish.
2016-05-23 01:06:20 · answer #4 · answered by Lois 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi
Oak is a very close grained wood,
Try starting again, and biulding up the stain using first the stain, thinned with about 30% thinners, apply and after an hour, wipe off the excess and leave in a normal temprature 20c should be ok, when it is dry, repeat using 90% stain applied by a soft lint free cloth in swirling movements, to work the stain into the grain.
Leave to dry, and finish with a clear polyurathane varnish
2006-11-27 21:07:16 · answer #5 · answered by PAUL H 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
not knowing what your situation is, its my thought that you're in a garage as well as it is cold there.
for staining and finishing, its nice to be in 70+ temp while staining and varnishing.
if its oil base, setup time takes longer.
the warmer the room, the more air movement(fans) the faster drying time.
to many coats to soon makes it to thick and will require a long dry time, do one at a time if your satisfied with the look and then reapply.
not being there is a guess also.
last resort...old materials, real old
2006-11-25 08:02:27 · answer #6 · answered by ticketoride04 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you didn't rub it off, then strip it off and start over again. This time make sure to follow all the steps, they are there for a reason.
2006-11-28 18:30:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the drying time on the can.
I would just let it sit another day, it won't take any longer and it's much less work than redoing it.
2006-11-25 01:29:17 · answer #8 · answered by zocko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
too thick and high humidity, or simply it takes 24-48 hrs to dry
2006-11-25 01:31:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you do some research on how to do this project before you start on it. develop all your questions first ;get the proper answers and knowledge . dont assume anything
2006-11-25 06:39:20 · answer #10 · answered by pahump1@verizon.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋