Applying A Sanding Sealer
Sanding sealers, also called first-coat sealers by some manufacturers, are recommended when refinishing furniture. Although using a sanding sealer is a good step to take regardless of the type of stain you are using, ... [... more]
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Chemically Stripping Wood
7. If you are trying to strip off paint that was applied directly to bare wood, most likely the paint has seeped into the pores of the wood and it will be very difficult to remove. Some types of wood will make your ... [... more]
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Applying An Oil Or Water-Based Stain
Using a water-based stain eliminates most fumes and requires less care and clean up than oil-based stains. However, using water-based stain does require another step in the process, as you need to apply a wood ... [... more]
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Repairing A Spindle Back Chair
If you need to completely rebuild a spindle back chair, start by labeling all the pieces. Spindles, rungs and legs can vary in length and should go back to their original places. Remove any fasteners, such as screws ... [... more]
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Applying A Tung Oil Topcoat
Tung oil is an easy-to-use transparent finish that is resistant to water, most liquids and mildew. However, it does require some upkeep. It is not recommended for a rough and tumble household or in high traffic areas ... [... more]
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Varnish Topcoat
However, classic varnishes and brush-applied Oil-Based Topcoats are strong and durable. Varnishes and other brush-applied finishes dry hard and tend to be shiny or satin in appearance. Many people favor them for the ... [... more]
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Bleaching To Lighten Wood & Remove Stain
Once you have stripped the old varnish and paint from a piece of furniture (see tutorial on chemically stripping wood), you will most likely encounter stains in the wood surface that should be removed before applying ... [... more]
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Bleaching Water Stains From Furniture
5. Apply the paste mixture only to the heavily stained areas and black spots with the tip of a paintbrush or sponge applicator. Avoid contact with metal fasteners and the metal of the paintbrush, but be sure to ... [... more]
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