The Practical House Painting Guide
To enliven the interior wood you are refinishing, choose an excellent wood stain color. Although most manufactures have around 20-30 interior wood stain colors this still can be as difficult as deciding on a color to paint a room, but a good decision will make all the difference. Identify the
It has been said that the start makes the finish and sanding wood is the start of a beautiful finish. Before any wood stain or clear finish can be applied you must properly prepare the surface by sanding. Every professional painter and refinisher has his or her own preferences about
To remove wood finish and paint from wood, you’ll need to use a paint stripper. Different types of finishes use different types of paint stripping techniques, but it is easy to figure out what type of finish you are removing. Removing paint or finish is not difficult, but it is
Paint stripping removes layers of paint to reveal the beauty of wood that can be hidden under paint. This is especially used for wood in interior rooms which are either exotic or have a historic value. The process will depend on the type of wood and the paint or finish
Paint stripping is an important part of wood refinishing. It’s easy to get rid of old paint and finish in order to uncover wood’s natural beauty. Wood that looks black and ugly can often be transformed almost magically by removing the old finish. Often the ugly appearance is entirely on
Before refinishing wood, you need to remove the old finish. The easiest way to do this is by sanding the wood. This creates small abrasions that stains or finishes can soak into. This ensures color isn’t just on the surface, and it improves the protection your new finish will give
If you picture sandpaper as a sheet with mini-wood cutters glued to the surface, you begin to understand why it’s important to use sandpaper carefully. The following wood sanding tips will help you preserve the value of the wood you are working with. Using a block makes it easier to
Many wood species have a great look without adding color, so staining wood is optional. If you like the natural colors of the wood simply move on to applying the finish. Stain can change the woods color and appearance to match any decor or desire you can conceivably have. Once
Many refinishing wood projects result in blotched or uneven stains, caused by the stain not evenly penetrating the wood. This is especially common with penetrating stains like wiping stain, since they are difficult to control if you apply too much at first. However, all wood can face this problem, since
If you are bored beyond belief and want a great way to make use of your time and energy, why not channel your strength into revitalizing those dingy wood kitchen cabinets that have seen one too many seasons. Doing such can transform your dull white kitchen cabinets into a conversation
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