This stylish bench was once an antique bed frame.
Stacey of Embracing Change upgraded a drab looking sofa table with General Finishes
Cassie of Primitive and Proper (http://bit.ly/18BZRqt) transformed this claw foot pedestal table with one coat of Paris Gray chalk paint and our General Finishes Persian Blue
For our Woodworking Wednesday post we found a sweet Spice Chest project by Ace HoleInOne finished with General Finishes RTM water-based stains.
Yes. Cedar naturally contains oil, which prevents a finish from polymerizing (cross-linking or attaching together), slowing down the dry time.
Wiping with mineral spirits prior to application will help. Increase dry times as well. Regarding prep-sanding Cedar for a finish, sand to 180-220 because it is extremely soft wood.
Latest design from Cindy Hickly of NewFangled Designs. Says Cindy: "Here she is! I call her the Preppsta.