Stain is something that is really easy to apply when you follow the direction and when you are using all of the right tools and equipment in the process. The instructions in this article pertain specifically to the application of a solvent based stain, rather than a water based stain or an aniline dye. You should always make sure that you test the process out using scrap wood before you use the stain on the real product.
Materials:
- Stain Product
- White Cotton Cloth
- Brush
- Sand Paper
- Latex Gloves
Step #1 - The first thing that you are going to want to do is to make sure to properly prepare the surface that you want to stain. This may include a final sand and a final seal. Some woods are prone to what is known as blotching, these need to be sealed. These woods include cherry, pine, sometimes maple, and any other woods that have irregular grain pattern. Some sealers that you might use are generic sanding sealer or a spit coat of shellac. You should sand these sealers after applying them.
Step #2 - You are going to want to make sure that you are properly stirring the stain before you begin to use it. If you do not stir the stain properly before you begin to use it, then the pigment that is responsible for doing the staining is going to remain all at the bottom of the can, meaning that what you apply to the wood will not pick up the stain. When you scrape the very bottom of the can using your stir stick, it should come out completely clean.
Step #3 - Now you are going to want to put your latex gloves on, and you are going to want to pick up either a brush or a rag. Dip your applicator in the stain, and then immediately begin to wipe the stain onto the desired surface. You are going to want to make sure that you cover the entire surface as thoroughly as you possibly can. Do not let your latex gloves touch the surface of the wood because it could potentially wipe the stain away.
Step #4 - Finally, you are going to want to wipe all of the excess stain away from the piece. The amount of time that you are going to want to wait while the stain is applied is going to depend on just how deep you would like for the finished coloring to be. You should check the container of the stain product in order to receive further instructions on this process. Obviously, trying the process out on some scrap wood will give you good idea of how long you will need to leave the stain on.
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Originally posted 2009-12-21 03:19:33. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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