Varnish is mainly used for wood finishing tasks, to preserve
the natural state of the wood applying no additional finish, to preserve a
stain coating, and to maintain and refinish an old furniture.
It is easy to create varnish finishes. The wood, of course,
should be filled, and then shellacked, then it is readied for a light sanding
for finishing. The common varnish finish consists of one or two coatings of
rubbing varnish followed by a coating of sealant.
There are various varnishes that are used in finishing, both
for cabinetry and for other functions in the home.
Start out with all your equipment ready and in place:
varnish
clean varnish pots
duster
closed brush keeper
picking stick
tack rag
turpentine
sheets of 6/00 split-garnet polishing paper
For wood staining and shellacking, the surface must be
properly ready for varnishing because varnish is generally sheer. Old wood may
be washed with laundry soap or dishwashing detergent, and then lightly sanded
with No. 00 paper. Be careful not to remove parts of underlying color that
should remain visible. Once the original paint has cracked or peeled, remove it
through sanding or by applying chemicals.
Varnishing must be performed in a dust-free, well ventilated
room, at a temperature higher than 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Simply use a varnish
brush for this varnishing job.
Read more about varnishing techniques: DIY Varnishing: Tips on Creating a Good Varnish Finish
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