Staining Tips?....

[Maverick00]

Originally Posted by Lampshade

Thanks all for the tips, building my stand in the next couple weeks and you guys had some great suggestions. Mav post back if you learn any tricks along the way.

Also, how much stain is expected to be used? HOw much are you using for your 45?

Will do. Ive bought a 940 something ml container. Ive done several test pieces and have hardly used any of it. I cant see it using much more than this if any but thats just a guess

[Maverick00]

well im still having trouble with the clear coat. Ive conditioned the wood first, then added the minwax 2 in 1. I still notice bubbles in the polyurethane so i wiped off the first coat with a rag. It looked great but didnt have to much of a shine (defiantly noticed how much easier it was to keep even after conditioning the wood) Tried to apply a second coat after sanding with fine steel wool and still, the clear keeps bubbling... I cant figure it out and its getting frustrating. Im going to try a different method of applying it tomorrow, either a sponge or finer brush...

[intarsiabox]

Are you shaking the polyurethane before you use it? This will introduce small bubbles into it. Let the can sit and stir it with a stick to prevent air bubbles.

[The Grizz]

I found mine had little bubbles to when applied but they disappeared as it dried.

[monocus]

do not use a brush or sponge-a brush will leave air bubbles and a sponge will leave sponge behind-use a staining pad for finishing-lightly sand in between coats

[The Grizz]

I used a 2" wide brush for stain with no issues, finished coat was smooth.

[Brightwhite]

NEVER shake stain or polyurethane, only stir as shaking really doesn't do anything because all the good stuff sits at the bottom of the gallon, shaking will also cause air bubbles.

I'm on my phone so I don't have time to read the whole thread till I get home. But I've been dealing with painting/stain products for about 10 yrs now. So I hope I can help out in the thread!