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Gel Topcoat: Oil Based Urethane

General Finishes Satin Oil Based Gel Topcoat, Quart

Gel Satin Topcoat has been a long-time favorite finish of woodworkers, with a heavy-duty oil-and-urethane base that produces a beautiful, hand-rubbed look. Gel Satin Topcoat has a thick consistency, so there are no drips, or runs.

How to Update Existing Cabinets with GF Gel Stain

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Thu, 07/30/2015 - 12:00

In this video, Tom and Sheryl Monahan of General Finishes show how to refresh existing oak cabinets with General Finishes Brown Mahogany

GF's Newest Video - How to Apply GF Gel Stain and Gel Topcoat to Raw Wood

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Tue, 11/03/2015 - 12:00

It's a wrap! General Finishes next round of tutorial videos are on their way! We will be releasing one per week for the month of November so stay tuned.

Bathroom Vanity Redecorated with Java Gel Stain

before and after of bathroom vanity with java gel stain

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Wed, 04/02/2014 - 12:00

Magenta And Lime made this bathroom vanity a real looker with General Finishes

Filing Cabinet Revival with General Finishes Java Gel Stain

before and after of oak filing cabinat refinished with java gel stain

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Fri, 04/04/2014 - 12:00

Heidi Martin used General Finishes Java Gel Stain

Does Gel Stain Need a Top Coat?

sofa table finished with gel stain up against a wall

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Wed, 12/10/2014 - 12:00

Yes. All stains need a top coat. Think of stain as the color and top coat as the sealer and protectant. Discover the best topcoat for your gel stain.

How Do I Correct the Haze That Appeared When I Applied Gel Satin Topcoat Over 3 Coats of Gel Stain?

Gel Satin Topcoat Gel Stains (Oil Based) Repairing & Trouble Shooting Oil Based Finishes

Haze (the technical term is blush) is caused by too many coats applied too quickly. A recoat time of 12 hours is not enough dry time when applying over an EXISTING finish. To remove the blush or haze, you can either wipe the area with a strong solvent, like xylene or lacquer thinner, or you can try sanding out the haze and then reapply the topcoat.

Coffee Table Gets Classy with General Finishes Java Gel Stain

coffee table refinished with java gel stain

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Fri, 04/04/2014 - 12:00

We love the look of this coffee table done by Joe Stromski. He took General Finishes Java Gel Stain and used a sprayer to apply the finish. He also used Enduro Pre-Cat to seal in that great color.

Should I use a coat of Gel Topcoat on raw wood to achieve an more even color before staining?

Gel Stains (Oil Based) Technique Tips

While Gel Stain can be applied over an existing finish, it was originally engineered for raw wood surfaces. We prefer applying the Gel Stain over a slip coat of mineral spirits instead of topcoat as shown in this video, "How to Apply Gel Stain to Raw Wood"