Actually, it is not difficult to do transparent natural color wood finishing. It is more easy to do than finishing with duco paint. Duco color thickness and smoothness must be maintained. For transparent natural colors, you only need to get wet impression on the wood surface. In addition, the main focus is on the protection.
There are several ways to get transparent natural wood finish. First, use a polishing material. Second, using sanding sealer and clear coat. Third, use natural oil. Fortunately, all of these materials is kind of safe product and do not require special tools to apply them. As long as you want to get perfect results, the following finishing tips can be followed.
Sanding the Wood Surface until Smooth
The first tip is to produce very smooth wood surface. This surface is needed to make more comfortable furniture to use. Especially if you use a polishing product or natural oil. The clear coat makes you have to prepare the surface as well as possible.
In order to get smooth transparent natural wood, there are sanding steps. You can’t use fine sandpaper right away, but you’ll need to gradually change the grit. The rougher of the surface, than the coarser sandpaper used. You can start with aluminum oxide sandpaper number 150, then 180 and finally 220.
Avoid Using Clear Coat Solvent
The result of transparent finish will depend on the clear coat used. If you plan to give coating layer then do not use clear coat solvent.
The tendency of this clear coat is caused yellowing effect in some time after use. Due to exposure to sunlight or air, the previously clear coating will slowly changes color. If you don’t want it happen, it is recommended to use a water-soluble clear coat. The way of finishing wood is not much different, only, it uses water as a solvent, not thinner or alcohol. The transparent color is much more durable and free from yellowing effects.
Choosing Clear Coat Matte
In addition to using a water based clear coat, you also have to choose the type of final look. Generally, clear coats have different levels of gloss. If you like wood-looks finish, it is advisable not to choose a high-gloss finish.
Low gloss levels are usually matte clear coats which are now also available on water-soluble products. The result is matte and reflects very low light. It is smoother nd shine-free surface.
Rubbing the Polishing Material in a Circular
If you prefer polishes or natural oil, there is special technique for scrubbing them. When you paint it using a brush, you need to brush it in the direction of the grain to make it smooth. Unlike brushes, polishing materials require several stages. After flattening it onto the surface of the wood, you can let it for a few minutes.
If you have, then you can rub it in a circular direction. Scrub until the material soaks into every tiny pore or grain of the wood. Polishing material will work to protect the inside of the wood grain. From this information, it can be concluded that polishing technique is also very important. This method will good applier when you do not have a buffer engine. This natural wood finishing method can be applied with a dry cotton cloth. After scrubbing, the wood will turn brighter but still look naturally transparent.
Special for Refinishing Previous Furniture Wash
Want a natural finishing of teak wood that previously coated with varnish or duco paint? Sanding is not enough to remove all the dust and old paint.
The tip, after you’ve removed all the old paint, you’ll need to sand it again. Use aluminum oxide sandpaper number 220. When the paint is clean, prepare dishwashing liquid mixed with water. Wipe the liquid soap all over the wood surface until there is no dust left. Drying the furniture until it is completely dry. Then the furniture is ready for refinishing.
This method is effective for making the wood pores ready to accept polishing or coating materials, because the dust that usually clogs is gone and the results will be much smoother.
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