Sealing painted wood provides an essential layer of protection for furniture and decorative pieces, especially items such as tables, desks and kitchen chairs that are subject to the rough-and-tumble use of everyday living. In addition to keeping the paint from chipping and peeling, the sealant m...
A water-seal repels water drops. Water-sealed wood has been sealed with a chemical substance that prevents water from soaking in. This is an especially important feature on bare exterior wood that is going to be exposed to the elements. Paint can be applied to water sealers, but the drying...
Let’s face it! Wood paneling used to be a total hit. A big boom. Everyone wanted to have wood paneling in their homes. And ultimately, (mostly) everyone did
MakingDIY wood signsis not only a unique way to express your creativity but also adds a personal touch to your home or office decor. With the right guidance,making a wooden signcan be a straightforward and fulfilling project. This guide is crafted to help you navigate through the process, e...
As you are refinishing wood furniture, be sure to also read ourtips for painting furniture with different paint types,how to prevent tannin (knot) bleedthrough, andhow to stain wood any color. How to Refinish Wood Furniture (Without A Lot of Sanding) ...
Wood filler is different from the wood being filled, and the surface of the wood that’s in contact with the wood filler is susceptible to absorbing the stain or color of the wood filler. Protect the exposed parts of the wood by applying a wood stain preconditioner to seal the damaged are...
For my painting shipments I have three primary picture box sizes that I use. 28” x 4” x 24” 37” x 4 3/8” x 30” 36” x 6” x 42” Your supplier’s sizes may vary slightly, but most will have boxes very close to these dimensions. ...
Are you interested inhow to distress painted wood, or more specificallyhow to distress white painted woodto achieve that farmhouse finish that we all love? There are in fact multiple techniques fordistressing painted furniture. Onefurniture painting techniquethat you may have heard of is wet distres...
Step two of learning how to seal your deck is important because if the surface of your wood deck is clean, thedeck stainandsealercures evenly. Use a deck washer to get rid of mildew, tannin stains, and other tough stains. Pro Deck Sealer Tip: Look for the type ofdeck washerthat will...
You can also invest in a paint sprayer for a high-end paint finish. If you’ll be painting cabinets or lots of furniture, a paint sprayer may be worth the extra cost and the learning curve to save you time! Step 5: Seal with a topcoat ...