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How to Remove Lacquer From Wood? (4 Methods)

Removing lacquer from wood is hard but not impossible. All you need is the right guide and the right tools. We have written 3 different guides on how to remove lacquer from wood. Using lacquer thinner is the most effective way.

Lacquer sealer is a finishing product used to seal and protect different surfaces, including wood. To remove lacquer from wood, use lacquer thinner, sandpaper, paint stripper, or acetone. The lacquer thinner, paint stripper, and acetone penetrate and soften the lacquer finish so you can scrape it off. The sandpaper gradually wears off the lacquer finish … Read more

How To Fix White Paint Turning Yellow? (Easy!)

Having white paint turn yellow isn't something you want. So, here's how to fix the white paint that is turning yellow. You first have to know the reason why, then use baking soda, TSP, or sand and re-paint it.

The reasons white paint turns yellow include agings of resins, moisture, heat, UV exposure, and grease and stains. To fix white paint turning yellow, use baking soda and TSP, sand the paint, or re-apply the paint. Why Does White Paint Turn Yellow? The reason white paint turn yellow include the following. How To Fix White … Read more

Danish Oil Advantages and Disadvantages (Explained)

Danish oil has its pros and cons. So, what are the Danish oil advantages and disadvantages? Danish oil dries fast, is waterproof, and flexible. But, the oil doesn't protect the wood, and can't be applied over other oils.

Danish oil is a water-resistant wood finish that protects wooden surfaces from water, moisture, scratches, and other damage. The advantages of Danish oil are fast dry time, water-resistant coating, and flexible coating. The disadvantages of Danish oil are that it’s hard to apply, its weak finish, and poor wood protection. What is Danish Oil? Danish … Read more

How to Remove Paint From Vinyl Floors? (Dried or Wet Paint)

You can remove water-based and oil-based paint from vinyl floors without damaging the planks. To know the paint type on the floors, use rubbing alcohol. The paint is water-based if it gets removed, and the paint is oil-based or sealed if it doesn’t get removed from rubbing alcohol. To remove water-based paint from vinyl floors, … Read more

How to Whitewash Stained Wood? (Easy DIY Project)

Whitewashing stained wood isn't hard, but you need to right guide and the right formula for the whitewash. So, how to whitewash stained wood? You should mix masonry lime with chalk or latex paint and apply it using a paintbrush.

Whitewashing refers to a decorative technique applied to wood to create a rustic, dull, translucent, and lightened finish. To whitewash stained wood, sand the wood, prepare the whitewash, and apply the whitewash. If the stained wood is sealed with a sealer, such as polyurethane or lacquer, you must remove it before whitewashing. If you don’t, … Read more

How to Darken Stained Wood? (6 Methods)

You don't have to strip the wood stain to darken its shade. Here's how to darken stained wood.

Sometimes after staining wood, you don’t get the color shade you wanted. So, how to darken stained wood? To darken stained wood, apply more wood stain coats, use wax, a dark gel stain, or coffee. All of these will give the finish a darker color shade. You can also not clean the finish for a … Read more

How to Remove Spray Paint From Wood? (4 DIY Methods)

Removing spray paint from wood isn't easy. Here are 5 methods that we use to remove spray paint from wood. You can do it with or without chemicals.

Spray paint is applied at high speed and adheres to surfaces perfectly, especially porous surfaces. To remove spray paint from wood, sand it off, use baking soda and boiling water, or use acetone. To remove spray paint without damaging the wood, use solvent-based products or sand it off. Can You Remove Spray Paint Without Damaging … Read more

How to Remove Chalk Paint From Wood? (3 Methods)

Removing chalk paint is easy. Here are 3 methods that we use to remove chalk paint from wood.

Chalk paint is a water-based paint with a low level of moisture resistance. So, how to remove chalk paint from wood? To remove chalk paint from wood, use sandpaper, paint-stripping compound, or solvent-based paint remover. Chalk paint is easy to remove as it doesn’t have protective additives or a glossy finish. Can You Remove Chalk … Read more

Do You Need To Sand Between Primer Coats?

Sanding between coats helps the next paint coat to stick better. So, do you have to sand between coats of primer? It's not necessary unless you are using oil-based primer or working in a very dusty environment.

You need to sand between oil-based primer coats as it dries slower and tends to accumulate dust and dirt while drying. Sanding will remove the dust and dirt so the next coating sticks better. You don’t need to sand between water-based coats as it doesn’t accumulate dust and has a more texture finish. However, sanding … Read more

How Should a Primer Coating Be? (Even, Streaky or Rough?)

To get a smooth finish you have to do a lot of things. So, should the primer be perfectly even when applied? No, it doesn't have to. But, it does help a little bit.

Primer is a preparatory coating used before painting a surface. But, how should a primer coating be? The primer coating doesn’t need to be perfect or even, but it must cover the whole surface where the paint is supposed to be applied and seal imperfections. The purpose of the first primer coating is to cover imperfections, … Read more