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However, generally speaking, you should apply a good layer of stripper to the wood using an old (or dispensable) brush. Make sure that the stain is thoroughly mixed before you start to apply it so that you get an even colour throughout. Applying a Stain

If you need to varnish rough surfaces like shingles and/or rough-sawn wood, it’s best to use oil-based varnishes. They will penetrate the wood better than latex ones, which is why they are often ideal for rough surfaces that require quite a lot of varnishing. Moreover, they have a few additional perks: First there’s Shellac varnish, something we’re asked about frequently. But what exactly isShellac? It’s actually a natural resin secreted by an insect called a lac beetle, which lives in Indian and Thai forests. The substance comes exclusively from the female insect and is scraped off the tree branches, processed into dry flakes then mixed with ethanol to create a liquid. The end product has lots of interesting functions; it is used as a food glaze and colouring as well as a wood varnish.Believe it or not, lacquers are the same as varnishes. The trade often use the term ‘lacquer’, while the general public tend to use the term ‘varnish’. Acrylic varnish Ideally a spray application of a number of thin coats will be best, however I appreciate that this is not perhaps a viable option and brush application will be fine, with a sand between coats with a 240 grit paper. Wipe off the sanding dust and apply further coats until you have the desired finish. I would expect 3- 4 coats for you project, however two will be a sufficient minimum. A lighter varnish is normally glossy but will still send it a bit darker – obviously much depends on the grain and colour but here’s a lighter timber with a gloss varnish: Example of a light gloss varnish Can I varnish over paint?

And there you have it! You've successfully learned how to paint over varnished wood, in a handful of easy-to-follow steps. Varnish Oils: This is the ingredient that will cure and/or harden on exposure to the air to form the protective coating that a varnish provides. Varying the proportion of (and types of) oils to resin affects the properties of the varnish, from high gloss, hard but brittle varnishes used on furniture to softer, flexible and weather resistant types that are better for outdoor use. The choice of oil will have an effect on the eventual “look” of the varnish. Some oils can have some colour which will tint the varnish. The gloss of the varnish will be determined by the oil, although additives known as flatting agents can be added to reduce the sheen So, now you know more about applying varnish over painted wooden pieces. You learned that it is basically possible to varnish previously painted wood. Also, you figured out how varnish works on wooden surfaces. Moreover, we told you how exactly varnish should be applied so that you can achieve a smooth and even coating.Varnish, polyurethane, lacquer and Shellac…they’re all different and they’re not supposed to be interchangeable. So what’s the score?Let’s look at a few different types of wood varnish. Shellac varnish

In essence, varnish is basically a paint without the pigment applied to it. The majority of these are polyurethane based resins and are solvent based (similar to oil paints). Acrylic varnishes, although water based, are becoming more popular for their environmental and health benefits. This can be because the wood wasn’t painted properly in the first place, the wrong paint was used or the moisture is coming from a hidden source, such as a leak. Try and identify the cause — it could be condensation seeping in through an area that needs caulking. Once identified and sorted, repaint. Can you paint plywood?

You must sand a sealed paint finish before applying varnish. If the paint is already sealed, you must sand off or remove the existing sealer before applying varnish or it won’t adhere over it. Yes, you can varnish MDF but you won’t get the same textured finish as you would when varnishing other wood. This is because MDF doesn’t have a grain, so the varnish will add a shiny protective coating without drawing out any character.

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