OK...so I painstakingly removed the severely damaged wood veneer from an old library table. The wood underneath is not wonderful but I'd like to sand and refinish this surface instead of relaminating at this time (may relam. later.) There are several nicks and gouge marks in this surface. What can I use as a "filler" in these damaged areas? I don't plan to poly the top but rather do a stain/varnish/wax finish. Should I repair the damage before I put the product on or should I use some type of colored filler after I've finished the top? I'd love for this to turn out so that I have a nice writing surface. Any other suggestions/ recommendations appreciated. Is this whole thing just a lame idea???? Thanks
2007-12-28 07:41:55 · 3 answers · asked by yoga guy 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I guess rather than waiting until later, I would re-veneer it right now. Big box home improvement stores have a variety of veneers both wood and laminate and in varying sizes. That is all supposing you like the table enough to do the work you request info on yet still say that later you may relaminate. I would buy a hardwood veneer, if the big box shops don't have it available some wood shops do or can get it for you, and install it myself, then do the stain varnish to get the right color you like.
2007-12-28 08:30:16 · answer #1 · answered by ozarks bum 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even many years ago, quality hardwood was at a premium so it was common to use premium wood on visible surfaces and use veneers on surfaces. It's not uncommon for wood under veneer to be patched and of different shades, and you may or may not be pleased with the appearance that foundation wood. That being said, auto body filler (bondo) would be appropriate if the wood were going to be re-surface, veneered or laminated. In this case, your best bet should be a stainable wood filler that you can sand and then stain the entire surface including the filler to acheive a uniform shade prior to putting on a top coat of varnish or lacquer. Look for it in your paint store or home improvement center.
2007-12-28 08:15:46 · answer #2 · answered by Jim N 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are wood putties that claim that the could be stained,most will do but you can see the patched area trough the stain.
The best thing to do is sand the tabletop till all the imperfections are removed or patch the holes and paint it.
You also could glue felt material,it'll give you an excellent writing surface.
2007-12-28 08:28:09 · answer #3 · answered by domedweller2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋