How to apply sanding sealer ?

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Before looking at how to use the sanding sealer, do understand three important things :

• That sanding needs to be done for effective application of stain and
• The purpose of a sanding sealer
• Sealers and thinners have strong smell. Protect your hands using gloves and eyes using eye gears.

Complete guide to wood staining Select from dropdown 1. Difference between stain and paint 2. Introduction to Wood Stains 3. Steps in Staining 4. How to sand [Video] 5. What is a sealant ? 6. How to seal wood 7. How to apply stain

Materials required 

• Sanding sealer
• NC Thinner
• Gada Cloth (for applying the sealer)
• Sand paper (220 grit)

All the above materials are easily available in the local hardware store.

Materials required - Sealing Wood

Procedure

• Pour 1 part of sanding sealer in a bowl
• Mix 2 parts of NC thinner to the sealer
• Stir thoroughly to ensure the mix is consistent
• Dab the gada cloth in the mix and apply it on the surface of the wood
• Cover a small area in one stroke
• Before the layer dries, wipe off the excess sealer using a dry cloth
• Using the same method, apply the sealer across the entire surface area of the wood
• Allow it about 1-2 hours of drying
• Lightly sand the dried surface of the wood (Remember ? It is a sanding sealer)
• Apply two to three coats of the sealer to achieve a really smooth surface. Remember to sand in between coats.

How to seal wood

This sets the surface ready for the stain to be applied. The application of stain on the surface of the wood is very similar to that of how the sealer is applied. Will very soon post the stain application procedure. Meanwhile, do leave us a feedback in the comments section. If you think, staining can be done in a different and easier way, feel free to leave me a comment.

How to Prime and Paint wood ?

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Before getting into the how tos of Priming and Painting wood, it helps to understand a little bit about the difference between wood paints and stains. This tutorial is particularly useful for your everyday small wooden DIY projects while it can also be extended to bigger ones like your furniture.

Note: This post only addresses painting on bare wood. The technique is different when an already finished wood needs to be repainted.

Why is priming required on wood ? (Back to Top)                                                                                           

• Priming is essential to provide the undercoat and topcoat of paint an even surface
• It allows for uniform absorption of paint, helps cover the grains and pores and thereby enables a flat, opaque, and smoother finish.

Some safety pre-requisites (Back to Top)                                                                                          

Primer and paint give out strong fumes. It irritates the eyes and can also cause certain discomfort if inhaled. You may want to be better prepared with woodworking safety equipments like face masks and eyegears while indulging in this activity.

Materials and consumables required (Back to Top)

Primer allows for uniform absorption of paint, helps cover the grains and enables a flat and smoother finish

Primer, Paint and Brush