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Upcycling an Entertainment Center at Woodcraft

refinished entertainment center using java gel
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The wonderful folks at Woodcraft show step-by-step instructions on a "Do-It-Yourself Upcycling Project" of an entertainment center using General Finishes

GF's Annual Design Contest

text: gf's annual design contest made scientist and wild nights design challenge categories
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR GROUNDHOG DAY. The General Finishes 2015 Contest Starts February 2nd and runs for 40 days. There are two categories to enter. Enter one or both as often as you wish here

1) WILD NIGHTS DESIGN CHALLENGE 

GF honored with Woodcraft's "Innovations Award"

carved wood award to General Finishes. text: in recognition of a groundbreaking product in the woodworking world
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We're very honored to be a recipient of Woodcraft's "Innovations Award" for our water-based and oil-based finishes! 

12 Days 'til Christmas - Featuring General Finishes New Milk Paint Colors

bird house ornament. text: 12 days until christmas
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We're counting down the days until Christmas by featuring our New Milk Paint Colors, designed and chosen by you!

*Can I Use Interior Wood Stains Outdoors If I Coat With an Exterior Topcoat?

Gel Stains (Oil Based) Oil Based Liquid Stains Wood Stains (Water Based)

Interior wood stains are formulated for interior use and do not contain UV absorbers, mold retardants or HALS (Hindered amine light stabilizers used to protect the polymers from the effects of photo-oxidation.) Waterbased interior stains are much more likely to fail.

You could try this look on an exterior door that will not receive a lot of sun, but be prepared for more maintenance than usual. It is not recommended.

Everyone should note that all exterior finishes need to be maintained at some point - MOTHER NATURE wins the longevity war

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