This way they will be like new and you will be able to renew all the utensils of this material
Practically, you will be using it for the first time through reuse, something that, without a doubt, helps the environment.
Previous tips to consider for varnishing wood
Each type of wood has different characteristics.
This is very important because it can impact the perfection of your work.
What varnish to choose?
matte finish, gloss finish or clear finish.
Here are some tips depending on the type of wood you have.
- Interior wood: to varnish interior wood, a very simple varnish can be used. Water-based varnish is the ideal option for this because it is very easy to apply and achieves a very nice finish. This is perfect for coffee tables, dining room or living room furniture. It does not need as much care because it will not be exposed to sunlight.
- Exterior : to varnish wood that will be used outdoors, you must choose a varnish that is resistant to sunlight. In this case, synthetic varnish would be used, which is special to give wood good quality and resistance for exteriors. This varnish ensures longer color life.
How to varnish wood step by step?
we will talk about everything that is needed to varnish wood
Materials you need
Before varnishing the wood, all the necessary material must be prepared. The varnishing must be done in a suitable area for it, wide and with ventilation.
the varnish, the brush, a brush if necessary, the sandpaper and a clean cloth.
Steps to varnish
Now, having all the materials ready and the space available to varnish the wood, we must know the correct steps to achieve the finish that we so much want. They are very easy to follow, but you have to keep in mind not to forget any of them so that the varnish lasts much longer.
- Sand and clean the wood: to varnish the wood we must first make sure that it is clean and that it is not porous. Many old woods have the problem of pores from which residues come out and this will not allow the varnish to adhere properly. For this, a fine sandpaper is used and the surface is sanded removing all the leftovers of the wood.
- Choose the type of varnish : as we mentioned, to varnish wood we must have a special type. You can advise yourself according to the finish you are looking for in your furniture. The great advantage is that there are several options to choose from and different finishes to choose from.
- Varnish the wood for the first time: for a perfect finish, the first coat of varnish should be applied using a large brush. Apply a thin layer that does not leave traces of the passes so as not to damage the surface. Let the first coat dry, then sand a bit to remove any excess.
- Wipe with a clean cloth: to remove the remains of the varnish, when the first layer is dry, wipe with a soft cloth.
- Apply the next layer: this must be very thin, try not to overload it too much, as lumps may remain and affect the varnish. This layer is left to dry for a minimum of 24 hours and is sanded to give it the final touch.
Varnish the wood and make sure to protect the finish
After varnishing the wood it is important to protect it so that the product does not fall off. Over the years, wood can deteriorate and this will depend on its use. For example, if it is a table that will be used a lot, it is recommended that a glass be adapted to the surface to protect the work that you have done with so much effort.
