How To Finish Pine Wood Furniture
Unfortunately when woodworkers try to duplicate that color on new pine by using stain the results are usually disappointing.
How to finish pine wood furniture. Unfinished pine wood furniture popular because it can be crafted into a variety of shapes and designs is a soft wood that can be easily damaged if not properly cared for. Simple steps can be routinely taken to avoid discoloration dullness and potential cracking. Pine lasts a long time there is lots of 200 year old pine furniture in ontario that is still in perfect condition despite our climate.
Polyurethane paint or epoxy finishes all work well for preserving pine objects and giving them a bright clean finish. Antique pine often has a dark mellow color. If you have pine woodwork or outdoor furniture applying a finish can protect it from sun or weather damage.
The varnish will protect the wood from water grease and dirt. In this video wood finishing expert bruce johnson shares tips for refinishing new and old furniture. There are lots of books on how to construct fine pine furniture.
Wipe off the sanding dust with a tack cloth. Properly applied varnish will also give your bare wood furniture pieces a shiny lustrous finish. What s not to like.
On the plus side it s easy to find at most big box stores it s relatively inexpensive and it s easy to shape and cut. Make this inexpensive wood look like a million bucks. On bare wood lightly sand the surface with 150 grit sandpaper to remove nicks scratches and to open up the pores of the wood grain.
Well if you prefer a darker stained finish things get a little dicier. Brush on wood conditioner prior to staining. The best finishes for outdoor pine furniture include latex or oil based paint gel stain or polyurethane followed by a varnish topcoat.