This is excellent. I'm the stain and finish guy for a small shop here in Idaho called Custom S Carpentry, and I just can't understand why more people don't request gloss coats. They look better, are more visually impactful, have less surface area to potentially oxidize, an are more durable than semis or satins. Average Joe Q. Taxpayer could look at a semi gloss table and not care, but that same table in a gloss would make him say "Holy shit! Lookit that!"

@mmcc_woodshop6288

25 күн бұрын

Thanks Sean! Gloss stands out for sure, I like the matte or satin look as well, but I think it depends on the piece. Gloss is probably my most requested finish for my larger dining tables

I will say that this is the most thorough explanation of videos I have found on this process. Your explanation is to a deeper degree than others. Really appreciate this video.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Jason! Glad you found it helpful!

@jorgedean1

Жыл бұрын

Most of the videos I've seen say something like, you get yer brush, and two of these cans here, spread it, and yer done, like and subscribe, thanks for watching.

@craigbur9

Жыл бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 what tip of brush I'm restaning Birchwood cabinets solid wood lol it's about 40 year old wood but I took it down to ra wood but now I seen this video trying to figure out what tipe of brush to use the polyurethane I'm using is minwax oil modified polyurethane thank you have a blessed day or night

@brodebrode

Жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I was looking for thanks

It is essential, but counter intuitive, to lightly sand (220 grit) between topcoats, using your hand. (No machine!) You are looking to produce a uniform haze by the sanding and, after two coats, you will see the magic. Go three or four coats, making certain that each coat dries completely, and you will have a masterwork!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the input, i agree 👍🏻

@ALightOn

6 ай бұрын

Are you talking about between the coats of stain or poly? (Sorry new to this).

@fredsheely9356

5 ай бұрын

​​@@ALightOn I believe they mean with the poly because you do NOT want to use a hand or palm sander on top coats because all you want to do is lightly sand off any bubbles or discrepancies. You dont want to dig into the wood because it will show in your top coat (I learned from experience lol).

Thanks., I like how you explain, step by step, and the waiting time for next layer

@mmcc_woodshop6288

12 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Holy shit. You got a mirror finish without buffing. I’m impressed! I gotta try this now

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 ай бұрын

Gloss poly is good stuff!

Great tips and looks fantastic man. Time spent on finishing is worth it to get a great looking end product. Like you said don’t miss any steps and a light sanding between finishes is the only way to go.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Sanding in between coats has helped me sooooo much to get a better finish!

I just did my bar top and this video was a huge help!! Thank you!!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad it was helpful!

I've been making a bench for my daughter and she wants it super shiny. I was laying in bed wondering if I could do a wipe on poly on top of the brush on. Lo and behold you answered that very question without me even searching for it. Thank you very much. Now this old granny can finish the bench with a high shine my daughter is wanting.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks for the feedback and yes, I’ve had great results with the wipe on poly!

Just what I needed! THANK YOU! Be Blessed!

You must be very pleased with the outcome of the wood+stain+poly combination. Looks wonderful!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! Yep, very happy with the outcome of this table 👍🏻

@RW-ob4en

4 ай бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 maybe I should just go ahead and give you my shipping address…ha!

Thank you. Great job explaining the process. Beautiful table too.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob!

Awesome!! I always wondered how your finish looks so great, great tips ill be trying. Thanks

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim! Give it a go and good luck!

LOL, just sanded and stained a Martha Washington antique table in espresso while wearing a lemon yellow T-shirt myself! 😂😂. I didn't get any of it on my clothes either! Phew. Love the video. Thanks for doing this!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

8 ай бұрын

😆 nice save! It’s always a good day when the shirt survives!

I want to thank you for your video clip, I live in Germany, it inspired me and gave me all the necessary information to be able to restore a solid wood table from the year 1870, my first project. The Minwax Warm Gloss product really worked, no I found it on Amzon Germany and ordered it on another online shopping site from a Supplier from Poland.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

7 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and thanks for watching! That sounds like an awesome restoration!

@georgeion7144

7 ай бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288I wonder if I could send you some pictures of the table and chairs? say your opinion?

Beautiful! Thankyou for explaining the sanding part at end, was struggling to understand tin instructions ❤

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and your feedback!

Wow man this is ll I wanted to see.. short video where u went through detailed explanation and not selling or bull shitting at all. Thank you!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! 👍🏻👍🏻

I am a very new beginner and the first time I sanded I was like...nooo what did I do, but then that next layer....wow! Beautiful table top.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

😆 my reaction was similar the first time I ever sanded polyurethane

Finally… a video that’s say everything thanks 💯🙏🏻

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Ай бұрын

Thanks! That was my goal 👍🏻

Beautiful finish, I preferred the matte look on mine after staining w/ Expresso.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

6 ай бұрын

Thanks! Matte finishes can look great for sure!

Oh wise one, thank you for teaching me your ways! I appreciate you!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nicholle, glad it was helpful!

Thanks for sharing your process, looks great.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Beautiful work!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I love this ! Thank you for sharing.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Beautiful thanks for the tips. I’ve heard use wipe on for last coat but I’m a beginner. I’ll try it on my next project.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh!

Yes you are a professional you make everything perfect congratulations i wish you the best God bless you

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tomas!

Super great result!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Thanks! 👍🏻

Looks awesome, nice work.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! 👍🏻🤜🏻

Sir you got a new subscriber well explained and all the info i needed

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jamie!

Beautiful!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

That is so beautiful ❤️ Honestly

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great video and explainer, it's appreciated.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful 👍🏻

Looks nice and very good glossy finish. If I can get that result on my barn style pine door I will be happy.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

6 ай бұрын

Thanks! That finish would look awesome on a door 👍🏻

Thank you so much for the video!!! Now, to my table off I go!!!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, good luck with your table!

This looks great thank you very much for the tips.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks James! Glad everything was helpful!

thanks for showing the steps and the materials used...

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful!

This is beautiful. I've got to use your tips for my dining set. At first I was convinced that I needed epoxy but I see that some poly will do the job just fine.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! Poly has worked excellent in my experience 👍🏻

@ieshiaaa

Жыл бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 You're most welcome! You're great and thank you for the video. 😊

@user-kc2ss9gb3e

8 ай бұрын

​@@ieshiaaawon't poly yellow with time?

@Rick-the-Swift

7 ай бұрын

@@user-kc2ss9gb3e yes-ish. The trick is to use it on a dark piece or even a yellowish piece like raw pine and the yellowing usually goes unnoticed. I definitely wouldn't use it on white painted wood floors. I've seen people be disappointed and go through the headache of refinishing as it will yellow unevenly in some spots as it reacts with the tannins in the wood, like a giant dog took a giant pee on the floor! Edit: also epoxy, lacquer and shellac can all have that same yellowing effect, some brands more than others on certain types of materials so be careful! Water based stuff won't yellow, but has it's drawbacks as well. Good luck!

Great video 👍. Very concise and easy to understand. Thanks. Just subbed 👍

@mmcc_woodshop6288

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Jack! 👍🏻

Awesome work!!!!!🤙🏼💪🏼😎

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony!

Thank you for sharing great tips.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

That is beautiful.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Deborah!

Great job

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Chris!

Love this! I want to build one now.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Forrest! Follow along in the previous videos for the entire build process. Give it a go!

@TheFlhunt21

2 жыл бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 will do!

That is beautiful

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 ай бұрын

Thanks James!

Excellent!!! Thank you.....

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

good point some things i've stained dry fast, others can take a very long time to cure enough to safety apply a finish over the stain. the key as in everything, and i know it can be hard, is to be patient because rushing anything invites problems.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

You’re spot on 👍🏻 In my experience the longer you can let it dry the better!

Very, very, nice! Good video for all of us diy people. I do have a question. I want the protection of a sealer, but my wife isn’t a fan of super shiny. Do you use something different to get a more satin finish, but still have protection?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Yep, you can use satin polyurethane instead of gloss!

I always use a pre stainer on the raw wood to allow the stain to go on more evenly and preclude substantial variation in color

@mmcc_woodshop6288

8 ай бұрын

Nice! Thanks for the tips and input!

Hi! Thank you for very useful video and great tips - immediate subscription! I tried to do something similar, but something went a bit off, so I’m kindly asking you for an advice: I have a wooden IKEA table. Its top made of several wooden blocks, so it’s not a single sheet of wood. I dyed it using water-based dye, and covered it with the first coat of polyurethane lacquer. The thing is that after applying the first coat I can see that the surface gone patchy - some wooden blocks are glossy and smooth, and some - dull and a bit rough to the touch, where the wood absorbed the lacquer. I was going to use fine sandpaper to even the surface after the first coat of lacquer. But now I’m a bit confused as I don’t know if I could damage the dye layer on the dull patches and expose the wood, as it is obviously very thin. What would you suggest to do in this case? I was going to do at least three coats of lacquer with sanding in between.

Wow great tips

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍🏻

Hi! This is a great video! Thank you! Do you use mineral spirits to clean the table after sanding between coats of poly? Also do you do anything to the tabletop after the final wipe-on coat?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kathee! Yes, mineral spirits will help remove all the dust, just make sure to let the surface completely dry before the next coat. For your second question, no, just let it dry and it’s ready to go at that point 👍🏻

But remember, every thing in KZread looks Amazing.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

5 ай бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻

Instead of using a paintbrush, I used the head of a swiffer sweeper that is about 16" X 4" and doubled up a 16" X 16" micro fiber towel instead of the swiffer sweeper pads. For wider projects than mine I have seen microfiber towels up to 24" X 24", or you could get a much larger piece of cloth from a fabric store. Then build your own base to put it on. You can probably use any type of finish you like. I used an oil base top coat over a previously stained wood. I imagine you can do this with stain as well. However I didn't come up with the idea until after I had already done my staining. I poured my top coat directly onto my double layered microfiber towel on the swiffer head and onto another folded over microfiber towel. First I used the 2nd folded towel to apply my top coat to my rounded over edges, overlapping the flat side a little bit, then used the microfiber towel on the swiffer head to go over the flat side. I had almost enough top coat in my microfibre towel to cover a 10' X 11" shelf on both sides. I could tell I was running out of top coat when I got near the end of the 2nd side. I added more top coat to my microfibre and went over that side a second time. The 2 benefits that I could see to this method are 1st and most obvious is that there are no overlapping brush strokes, and 2nd, it is a lot faster because you're only making one pass. I was able to ring out most of the top coat from the towels back into the can, leaving very little waste.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Very cool idea, thanks for sharing 👍🏻 a wider brush will often yield better results, I haven’t tried anything like that though

I raise my Johnny Black to you sir... bravo!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jake! 🥃

Im seeing other guys use a smaller grit and they are wet sanding it. One guy then buffed it using car polish from the auto store and a buffer. I appreciate your video. I feel you added good info to my project.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback 👍🏻 I haven’t personally tried that, but would be curious on how it would stand up to water/soap/lysol/etc over time. It might work great 🤷🏻‍♂️

very useful. Thanks

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I like the comment about stains being hard to work with. I am currently staining a table top with a carbon gray color and I think I’ve sanded and stained it 100x now. It’s so frustrating. If it wasn’t a garbage veneered oak, I’m sure it would be a little easier. Overall though, good video!!! Definitely helped me!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, working with veneer can certainly be tough!

Do you ever use wood conditioner before staining? Pros/Cons? Love your channel!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Greg! I do occasionally.. I’ll do a comparison video on it sometime and see if the results look any different!

I will use sealer before stain so I can play with it and leave it darker or lighter is more easier

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the input! 👍🏻

Good job explaining the process, Can you buff after the wipe on poly coat?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

I don’t see why not, I haven’t found that to be necessary but I don’t see why it would hurt anything

Greetings from Pakistan. Best video ... superb.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Zeub!

Great vid and thanks for the thorough explanation. One question tho, many youtube vids have said to make sure to wipe the wood stain off after applying it. Did you apply the expresso stain and leave it to dry without wiping it off? Also could you pls share the brand of the stain you've used?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Thanks! You can do either - if you put too much stain on, it’s fine to wipe off. I try to wipe of any excess when I’m actually staining it before letting it dry. Try to wait as long as possible for the stain to dry. I used Minwax stain in this video 👍🏻

Nice build. Pine is notorious for blotching when stained. If you what to avoid this and have a more uniform finish use a Gel stain (color varnish) or a pre-stain conditioner( a very thin varnish) or a thin coat of shellac.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks David! Great input!

@ranman58635

9 ай бұрын

​@@mmcc_woodshop6288, I was basically thinking the same thing. Stains seem to flow better when the pre conditioner is added to the process. Sealing it in too is a good idea so it doesn't re flow. I like what you did though.

How long to wait in between the poly coats and should we sand with 220 or 400 before the first coat of poly?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

3 ай бұрын

I wait 24hrs between poly coats. I sand the wood to usually only 150, then stain, wait until it’s dry and then poly. Sand each poly coat with 400 before moving to the next coat.

I understand how to use poly slot better now you've help me spot thanks your friend Phillip white Dublin ga.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, glad it was helpful!

Thank you 🙏

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

I am refinishing an 8' table made out of pine. The wood is very soft. Does this method create a hard clear finish to protect the wood? Thanks, Bee

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

It will help a little, there will be an outer shell from the poly that will keep the wood itself from getting stained or scratched by normal use. It won’t stop heavy damage (i.e scratching it with a sharp metal object or hitting it with a hammer) - there’s really no way to prevent that from happening

This is a very useful video, I wish I would've saw this before I stained my butcher block table, it doesn't look that great to me, and there's no going back.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It’s never too late to sand it back down to bare wood and redo, I’ve been there several times before!

Very nice

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Cathy!

really nice! Curious as to how end grain on the aprons came out…I find end grain on pine very difficult to finish out nicely….

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! End grain always takes a lot of extra sanding to finish nicely 👍🏻

Excellent video! May I ask why you didn't use a pre-stain wood conditioner? was this not needed?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! No reason at all really, I use the pre stain from time to time and it does help making everything look uniform 👍🏻

The only thing I would say is, don’t over look sand an sealer. It will make the finish even better. It will give a super smooth surface before you at your polyurethane. Once applied it will raise the grain just enough for a light sanding and seal small gaps or cracks witch cause bubbles in the finish do to trapped air. Each his own but I highly recommend using it.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks for the tips, I’ll look into it 👍🏻

@bobdexter1029

8 ай бұрын

I would even thin the poly with some Mineral Spirits, or Penetrol which helps it stay wet longer and reduces brush streaks. I've done loads of projects with wipe on poly, it's my preferred method because you never get runs and it's smooth as glass but it takes way longer.

Thanks for sharing this video. Would the poly stain be a good solution if I wanted to restain a tabletop for a restaurant that gets wiped down a lot?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

5 күн бұрын

Sure, I can’t imagine that it would hurt anything. Make sure the surface is completely clean prior to applying any poly 👍🏻

What type of brush do you use to apply poly? And does it matter how fast you brush it on? (As far as bubbles go)

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

I’ve found that foam project brushes work better - get a wider brush (4”) if you can find them. Yes, slowing down will help to reduce the bubbles 👍🏻

Great videos i watched the video where you used the homeright sprayer...could someone use the sprayer for the stain and clearcoat of a project?? If so what tips or tricks do you have

@mmcc_woodshop6288

8 ай бұрын

I’m not sure about spraying the stain but poly can be and is often sprayed. I’ve never done it personally so I can’t offer much input but ive seen several videos where they spray it 👍🏻

Hi this is an excellent job. What kind of stain did you use ? Was it oil base ? What kind of wood were you working on ? What other kind of wood I can apply this ? Can I apply it on plywood ?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It’s Minwax espresso, oil based (there’s a link to the product in the description). This top was southern yellow pine. You can apply it to any type of wood, and yes you can apply it to plywood

Great video! I have been hunting for a good how to on how to get this exact finish. So thorough but not annoying or too long. THANK YOU!! Ps. I get paint and stain on EVERY shirt lol

@mmcc_woodshop6288

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! Glad I’m not the only one that ruins shirts 😆

great explanation and step by step. Did you also poly the bottom? im reading a lot of contradictory information here and there. Seems finishing (shellac or poly) equal coats on all sides came about in the 1970s while the prior decades and centuries only the top and sides were finished. Hope to hear you thoughts. :)

@mmcc_woodshop6288

5 күн бұрын

Yep, the bottom should have poly applied as well to equalize moisture absorption/loss from the air 👍🏻

I used the water based poly of the same brand and it's nowhere as glossy as this? Do you think i can put the final coat of wipe on poly on the 3 water based coats. Great work. Thanks!!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Yes, you should be able to as long as the previous coats are completely cured 👍🏻

Did you sand before staining the table? Thanx for the vid, much appreciated.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Yes, I always sand between 120-220 grit depending on the stain/finish I’ll be using 👍🏻

Im planning to try it on a smooth piece of mango wood varnish( optional) but i preferred dark one, and that gloss, but im not sure ..do i need to apply a sand sealer, i just wanted to look it hi glosz

@mmcc_woodshop6288

5 ай бұрын

I would probably just try the gloss polyurethane. You could always try it on a scrap piece prior and see how it turns out

what kind of rag do you use for the wipe on poly?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

I use cheesecloth but any rag that doesn’t shed will work fine. Cotton t shirt cut offs work well also

Great job! Using water based gloss poly will get the same results?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! Yes, you should get a similar end result 👍🏻

Hi! Thanks for the video. I'm preparing to put on the final coat of poly, do you sand in between the base coats and the final wipe on? Thanks!

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Yep! Lightly sand before that last wipe on coat goes on 👍🏻

@ericphan9123

Жыл бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 thank you! Super excited to finish my office desk top, it’s my first experience wood working and it’s a ton of fun

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and good luck with your desk!

My first couple base coats looked good and shiny. I then tried the wipe on poly and the whole table was a full finish. Wet sanded and put another coat on thinking it would be the last coat but, I have an area of about 2-1/2’x1-4” that is full and the rest is shiny. Is that maybe because I did not mix well before use?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Hmmm, I’ve never had the wipe on finish turn out dull. I don’t wet sand though since the poly and water typically won’t mix. You might have trapped some moisture if it wasn’t dry.. I would dry sand the top, clean with mineral spirits, let dry completely, and then try another last coat of poly. Hopefully it turns out okay!

@ryanmost5073

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I didn’t even think of that. The whole table was dull, whatever I did last time was better but, that spot I was talking about. I will try it out and thanks for the feedback and your videos.

Do you poly the other side as well? If not, are you concerned about uneven moisture causing bowing? If you do, when can you safely flip?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

I didn’t on this table but it would most likely be beneficial to do so. I would do the bottom first and give it 24hrs or so before flipping 👍🏻

When you say 400grit sand paper, is that euro P400 or regular 400 such as what you would get at Canadian tire? Would someone ever get glass/ring marks with this type of finish? How long would you wait before using this with cups etc. after the last coat of poly was applied?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

It's just regular dry use sandpaper, I got mine from Lowe's but any hardware store should work. Here's a link on amazon which is similar to what I used: amzn.to/3QapOaj It's best to use a coaster of course but I have my kitchen island coated with poly; a wet glass will leave a mark until it dries and then there's no mark at all. I usually give everything a week to fully cure before I call it safe to use on, although it probably doesn't take that long.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

It's just regular dry use sandpaper, I got mine from Lowe's but any hardware store should work. Here's a link on amazon which is similar to what I used: amzn.to/3QapOaj It's best to use a coaster of course but I have my kitchen island coated with poly; a wet glass will leave a mark until it dries and then there's no mark at all. I usually give everything a week to fully cure before I call it safe to use on, although it probably doesn't take that long.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

It's just regular dry use sandpaper, I got mine from Lowe's but any hardware store should work. Here's a link on amazon which is similar to what I used: amzn.to/3QapOaj It's best to use a coaster of course but I have my kitchen island coated with poly; a wet glass will leave a mark until it dries and then there's no mark at all. I usually give everything a week to fully cure before I call it safe to use on, although it probably doesn't take that long.

Great video Matt. Love the colour. I'm looking at doing a little project soon with a similar looking stain. Do you seal the bottom as well as the top with polyurethane?

@wallmartkiller

Жыл бұрын

That's what I keep wondering.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

I normally don’t do anything to the bottom, I’ve never heard back any issues from not doing the bottoms. I don’t see any reason why would shouldn’t if you’d want, it just takes more time and materials 👍🏻

@tikan55

Жыл бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 thanks for clearing that up

Hello Matt. I have a bench with our Last name and paint design on the border. What is the best clear coat to use to not damage the design on the wood?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Hi Dario, honestly I can’t make a recommendation as I’m not comfortable being certain a product wouldn’t ruin your piece. Polycrylic is typically more mild than polyurethane, I would recommend trying on of those on a scrap piece similar to the bench, and seeing if there is a desired effect.

Thank u.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

, hey I am doing a table in black flat stain and need to know what I can seal it with to keep the flat black look. You know how kids are when they're eaten cereal and spill their milk on top of the table, I want to make sure I can clean it up without staining

@mmcc_woodshop6288

7 ай бұрын

If you can find matte polyurethane that would be my recommendation. Satin would work well too, but there is a bit more sheen with a satin finish than matte

Great video i hope you can help me. I recently painted my table, and after i used a clear stainer in a tin with a brush. But its left brush marks and looks terrible. Not sure if i should apply more coats but its set now, How do i fix this. Your advice would be appreciated

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

I’d try gently sanding down into the clear coat with 400 (or similar grit) to remove the brush strokes, then apply multiple coats on top, sanding in between each

@thankyou2679

9 ай бұрын

@@mmcc_woodshop6288 thank you I will try that many thanks again

Exelent video 😮 How can I remove that kind of glossy poly? Sanding or some kind of remover? Thank you in avance

@mmcc_woodshop6288

5 ай бұрын

Thanks, the only way I know to remove the glossy finish is sanding, more than likely you’ll end up sanding through the stain as well.

That table looks amazing! By using three coats of polyurethane and not the wipe on polyurethane will all this stop watering marks?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Becca! Yes, polyurethane is usually good for resisting water spots 👍🏻

Did you sand one last time after the final poly before putting on the wipe on poly?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Yes, thats correct 👍🏻

What type of wood are you using in this video? I know stains look different depending on the type of wood. I am refinishing some tables and unfortunately I am not sure what wood they are made from.

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

This table top is made from southern yellow pine 👍🏻

Maybe a stupid question lol.. however do people poly outside cedar chairs? Would that work or no?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure honestly, cedar is good for outdoor use. I would probably use a deck type sealer like Thompsons brand or something similar, but I personally have no experience with doing so

Very nice finish job 👍. Did you poly the underside first just once or at all?

@Efferri

Жыл бұрын

In for answers...

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I didn’t in one the table, but yes, at least one coat of poly on the underside would be a good idea 👍🏻

What is your thought process for keeping your table top from worping?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Breadboards on the end, using dry/stable lumber, attaching the top with clips to allow for expansion without internal stress, milling lumber properly to S4S with good joint seams all help. The best piece of advice is to start with quality lumber that has been properly dried - quarter or rift sawn options are the best if you can find them.

Can i use cloth when applying the polyurethane instead of the brush like you did? which is better though? i'm still a newbie...thanks in advance sir

@mmcc_woodshop6288

9 ай бұрын

You’re better off using a brush or foam brush. I’ve never used a cloth aside from the wipe on polyurethane but I don’t see why you couldn’t 👍🏻

How long do you wait for the poly to dry before you sand in between coats?

@mmcc_woodshop6288

Жыл бұрын

Usually just until the next day, 24hrs-ish, it shouldn’t feel sticky/tacky when it’s time to sand.