Waterlox Over Stain Wood

Waterlox is a finishing stain that is used to protect wood surfaces.

Waterlox over stain wood. Application over previously finished surfaces. The goal of this guide is to go over the basics possibilities and considerations when adding color. Tung oil is an easy to use transparent finish that is resistant to water most liquids and mildew. I have decided based on all the positive comments here to put a waterlox original finish over the rift sawn white oak floor i put in our entryway but i am wondering about the stain underneath.

The waterlox brand comes in three different finishes the original sealerfinish the original satin finish and the original high gloss finish. If you just used a clear sealer rather than a tinted stain the chips probably wouldnt be as noticeable. Strip previously finished surfaces to bare wood and then apply as described under new wood application. Polyurethane floors because they act like layers of plexiglas over your floor need to be recoated fully from wall to walltrying to touch up a small area will leave.

Special thanks to bloxygen for sponsoring this episode and providing me with a couple of cans for free. The fact that waterlox penetrates into the wood rather than building a film on top of it makes it easy to spot blend additional layers. The stain didnt sink too deeply into the wood so the lighter wood shows at these chips. Waterlox products are compatible with most stains.

Waterlox original tung oil finishes perform best over bare wood and are not designed to be used as a top coat over previously finished surfaces does not refer to stain coats if used. If you want to apply waterlox to your wood surface youll need to sand it down clean up any leftover debris and paint with. How to apply a professional finish using waterlox solid wood door series video 1. I plan to use the minwax oil based stain that was used on the rest of the floors in the house but waterloxs web site says to wait 72 hours after the stain is applied for the first coat of varnish.

The joints between the boards are still tight. Waterlox original tung oil finishes are penetrating oil finishes and should therefore be applied to bare wood does not refer to stain coats if used. Waterlox penetrates into the wood. Surface preparation is one of the most important steps when refinishing wood.

Wood finishes a quick guide varnish stain oil wax lacquer polyurethane shellac duration. Bloxygen is an excellent way to preserve your finishes and make sure you use every last drop. There are many methods and options available when choosing a stain. In terms of the good points the waterlox sealer does keep the wood waterproof.