Applying Varnish - How To

Just keep few things in mind before applying varnish to your wood. Avoid dipping the whole brush into the varnish can. Half or one third of the brush is enough to dip in. never shake the can as air bubbles from inside the liquid and may pop on the surface. Always stir the can firmly before using it. Instead of scrubbing the brush on the edges to remove the excess varnish, simply tap it on the edges.



For better results, always work in a horizontal position. If you are varnishing chair or table, always start with complex parts, this will avoid contact with wet surface. While working with framed panels, always begin with the molding and stroke the brush in the direction of the grain. After that varnish the panel and in the end blend the molding into the frame. Flat surfaces are the most easy to handle. Start from one end towards the other in plain smooth strokes; blend the overlaps in between dipping the brush in the can.



If you want the desired result from the varnish, always apply varnish in a smooth and delicate way from one end towards the other. You can also use the stiffing technique. Never stop in the middle of the work, for instance, you will not get the required result if you have put on 50/50 coat of first thin layer and cut it back. You need to apply the second coat of about 20% of the first coat.



You need to be very careful while applying a coat on the surface. You have to be quick and skillfully manage the entire task. If you slow down at any moment, the skin will form before you smooth the coat. The only way to smooth the brush marks is when the coat is wet with brush vertical positioned and only stroking the surface with the tip of the brush. Once the marks stiffened up, you will have to cut them right back with the garnet. Don’t forget to smooth the drips or runs at the corners or edges.



Give enough time to each coat to dry. Scrape fine garnet or wet and dry paper on the coat and then carefully clean the surface with the tack rag. You are ready for the next coat now. Polyurethane can be used on the surface to avoid the sanding process. However, it is not recommended to use any kind of polyurethane on the surface as it may damage the previous coat. The best way is to let the previous coat dry, scrub it off then reapply. This should be done with extra care that no place left untouched.



Polyurethanes are highly toxic and it is suggested to use eyes goggles and breathing mask to avoid any injuries. Most of the polyurethanes are damage and liquid resistant but mostly they are not considered favorable choices for the furniture.


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