Carpentry and Woodworking - exposed ceiling beams

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Lorrie_1
09-29-07, 09:20 AM
Hello

We have exposed poplar ceiling beams that are cleaned and sealed. We now want to stain with somehting that is non toxic and a good colour. There are a lot of them can anyone suggest a good product?

Thanks

Lorraine

George
09-29-07, 09:37 AM
Since you've already sealed the wood, ordinary stains will not penetrate. You're almost forced to a gel stain, which can be wiped on in repeated coats to achieve the color depth you want.

Zar, Minwax and Cabot are all reputable brands.
marksr
09-29-07, 09:56 AM
What did you seal the beams with?

Applying a tinted poly like minwax's polyshades might be an option.
BTW- welcome to the forums!