You need between 1 and 2 concrete sealer coats for proper coverage and durability. You need one (1) coat for indoor surfaces, and two (2) coats for outdoor concrete surfaces. The concrete sealer number of coats matters as it determines the finish type, durability, and strength. To know if you need another coat, inspect the … Read more
Plywood is a synthetic wood type made from gluing wood veneer thin sheets together. To waterproof plywood, use polyurethane varnish, epoxy sealers, or water sealers. These sealers will create a moisture-resistant layer (or barrier) and protect the plywood from water, moisture, scratches, and weather elements. Why Should You Waterproof Plywood? You should waterproof plywood to … Read more
You can seal outdoor painted wood with exterior sealers, water sealers, or wax to protect them from water damage and preserve the paint finish. To seal outdoor painted wood, clean the wooden surface, sand the paint finish, apply the sealer, and allow the finish to dry. You don’t need to seal the wood if it’s … Read more
You can paint over wood sealer if you sand its glossy finish and apply a primer coating over it. Sanding removes the sealer’s glossy moisture-resistant finish while the primer creates a textured layer to enhance paint adhesion. To paint over wood sealer, clean the finish, sand the finish, apply primer, apply paint, and seal the … Read more
Thompson’s water sealer is a wood and masonry protectant designed to penetrate and seal different porous surfaces. To apply Thompson’s water sealer, use a sprayer, roller, or brush. The sprayer applies thin coats that dry faster but require more experience. The roller or brush applies thick coats that dry slower but don’t require experience. Sprayer … Read more
You can apply Thompson’s water seal over stained wood to protect it from water damage and mold growth. To apply Thompson’s water sealer over stained wood, prep the work area, clean the finish, sand the wood, and apply the Thompson’s water sealer. Thompson’s WaterSeal is a sealer that protects surfaces from water damage, while wood … Read more
Chalk paint must cure (fully dry) for around 24 hours before waxing. Once the paint cures, it reaches its maximum durability, adhesion, and hardness, and you can seal it. You must apply wax over chalk paint to protect it from moisture, water, scratches, and other damage. If you wax chalk paint too soon, the finish … Read more
Spray paint is applied at a high speed (or pressure) and is known to dry fast. So, when it doesn’t dry or if it turns sticky, you know there is a problem. To fix sticky spray paint, use a hairdryer to accelerate the evaporation rate, use talcum powder, or remove the finish and re-apply it. … Read more
A sticky Danish oil finish refers to a situation where the Danish oil remains wet or tacky for too long instead of drying to a hard or rigid finish. The reasons Danish oil turns sticky include improper drying conditions, too many coats, or you re-coated too soon. The fixes for sticky Danish oil include increasing … Read more
Linseed oil is a natural wood oil obtained from the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum) seeds. The reasons Linseed oil turns sticky include too many coats, improper drying conditions, and improper surface prep. To fix sticky Linseed oil, use a hairdryer, remove the excess with turpentine, or remove the sticky Linseed oil. Why Does Linseed Oil … Read more