because of the myriad possibilities. You can opt for updating the current finish with stain and a clear topcoat and refinish no sanding. Or, you can paint the cabinets with latex paint or even milk paint. This gives you the opportunity to choose whatever color tone you wish. ...
TIP: If you refinish a table with inserts, make sure you strip, stain and finish those at the same time so they will match! Next, Strip Off the Finish Even if you are going to paint, I suggest stripping off the current finish or paint on your piece of wood furniture. Can you refini...
You must sand your furniture piece to remove some of the piece’s current finish while creating a surface the paint can adhere to. A high grit sandpaper is a good option to give the surface some grip without damaging it. Sand in the direction of the grain. Step 2: Clean Give your piec...
You can now start to polish your table. Use a very small amount of a furniture polish specifically designed to restore or refinish wood. This will add a layer of shine to your wood without stripping off any essential oils. Use a clean cloth to apply a small amount of polish to the tip...
Well, plus the supplies required to strip and refinish it, many of which I had on hand but some of which I had to buy. Still, it was a pretty affordable way to land ourselves what turned out to be a pretty cute little dining table. ...
Using gel stain on furniture is my go-to method when refinishing furniture. It is easier to use than the traditional stains as you don’t have to remove the existing stain. You apply the gel stain over the existing finish with very little prep and without stripping. ...
I’m going to conclude here for today! But, I’ll be back to share the next steps for thishow to refinish a dresser tutorial– the painting and finishing touches! In that post you’ll see the transformation of ugly duckling to beautiful swan! I’d love to hear if you’ve ever refi...
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Metal table refinish-to chrome or not to chrome Q.I found this website by searching for help on the internet. I may not be in the right place, but I please ask your help for some direction. I am trying to refurbish a metal table that was in my grandmother's basement. I'm assuming...
If you're painting a piece that won't see a lot of traffic, there's no need to seal it. However, if you're painting a desk or table that will be subject to heavy use, you should seal it by applying either a coat ofclear furniture waxor aclear topcoat. To preserve the matte lo...