There are several techniques by Jeff Jewitt of Homestead Finishing Products:
Using Mirka Royal Micro sandpaper, always start with 1500-grit sandpaper. Begin with a small area, make 2-3 passes, then evaluate results. Go to a heavier grit if surface irregularities are not fully removed. Finish with 1500-grit paper.
There are four benefits to using sanding sealer as the first seal coat prior to topcoat
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436 Route 202/206
Bedminster, NJ 07921
United States
It is normal to see a bit of stain on the brush when applying the first coat of topcoat. Topcoats often pull a bit of color on the first pass, but good preparation will minimize this.
To prepare open grains woods such as raw Oak for a water-based stain, we recommend sanding with 180-grit followed by no more than 220-grit sandpaper.
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211 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
United States
Accelerator is an additive that decreases dry time of General Finishes water-based products, which is helpful in humid conditions where dry time is normally extended. Available in gallons and 16 ounce sizes.
Extender is a wetting additive used to improve flow and leveling and slow the drying time of any water-based stain, topcoat or glaze, which is helpful in hot, dry conditions.
General Finishes offers a complete line of oil based, water based and wax products. Application techniques differ between oil based products and water based products.
General Finishes water-based Enduro Pre-Cat Lacquer clear-drying wood finish uses new technology in the polymer manufacturing process. This unique formula produces a smaller and smoother particle, translating into a big increase in film clarity.
Enduro Water-Based Tintable 2K White Poly
Enduro Water-Based Pro Series White Polyurethane
Enduro Water-Based Conversion Varnish
Enduro Water Based Stain Blocker Primer
Hard Wax Oil & Hardener
Gel Stains
Water-Based Wood Stain
Pro Image Flooring Topcoat
Jen Poly Brushes
Stir Stix
Ultraflex Softback Sanding Sponge
