Then, apply a second coat with the foam brush and allow it to dry completely. Applying Polyurethane for a Durable, Beautiful Finish wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. Wood trim, wood cabinetry, and other woodworking projects usually receive a finish of wood stain followed by a protective coat of some kind of varnish. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. Thanks so much for sharing Denise!

For instance, a walnut stain will look somewhat different on walnut wood then it will on pine. Not only are there hundreds of stain colors to choose from, with each of those colors you have a variety of choices when it comes to the type of stain. Hello friends and welcome to another Quick Tip Tuesday! {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/4\/48\/Prepare-Wood-for-Staining-Step-1.jpg\/v4-460px-Prepare-Wood-for-Staining-Step-1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/4\/48\/Prepare-Wood-for-Staining-Step-1.jpg\/aid11259379-v4-728px-Prepare-Wood-for-Staining-Step-1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"

\u00a9 2020 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. Since kids will be dealing with the furniture, they want to make it as dark as possible in order for other unnecessary stains to be unseen. Using a paint brush or a rag, apply an even layer of stain on the wood's surface. We welcome your comments and I'm humbled and flattered when you share my work, so SHARE AWAY! I haven’t tried mixing directly in the can yet (but you definitely can!) The first step to a great wood stain finish is to sand the project thoroughly. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. Why? Anytime I take on a new project, I like to experiment on scrap pieces of wood. I’m not sure about applying a topcoat before stain. It will be really helpful for future! Make sure you sand the wood well before applying stain. Unless the natural wood is top-coated in its natural state or is painted, stain-and-varnish is the finish of choice for the vast majority of woodwork and woodworking projects. And then apply my darker stain. Its in my garage and I often look at it and say – where do I start ? A separate sealing finish can provide a little more protection for a wood surface, depending on its use and whether it will be used indoors or outdoors. wikiHow's Staining wood helps protect the material's surface, with the added bonus of adding some vibrant colors to your home's decor. Oil stains can be either wiped on or brushed on, but they are more suitable for brushing than are water-based stains. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. Thanks for the great post!Thanks Lillian… and good luck to you and your hubby with the new furniture!Thank you for the help. The first coat is pecan and the second is English chestnut. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.
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\u00a9 2020 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. I think Minwax would be a nice option. I’m going to be staining a second hand desk and chair for the very first time. But I have to say, painting furniture and blogging relaxes me and takes my mind off things. Here’s the thing, once you apply your stain, it needs to be wiped off in the direction of the grain. Any suggestions! Protective eye-wear, gloves, old clothes and a well ventilated area is recommended when working with any type of stain. I unfortunately have learned the hard way that you often need to condition most softwoods before you stain them, unless, as you said, you don’t mind the splotchy look. Unless the natural wood is top-coated in its natural state or is painted, stain-and-varnish is the finish of choice for the vast majority of woodwork and woodworking projects. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. No harsh fumes or odors.