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10-10-00, 10:53 AM
I am refinishing a set of kitchen chairs and decided to apply polyurethane as a top coat. The problem I'm having is obtaining a smooth streak-less finish on the seat and back. I have been using a china bristle brush and have applied three coats so far using 320 grit paper in between coats. In trying to obtain a smooth appearance, I have been going over the surface many times in an attempt to "smooth" the brush marks. I am applying a thin coat in an attempt to avoid heavy streaks. Could I be brushing too much? I have heard that a foam brush may be better suited. Any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
[This message has been edited by Frank213 (edited October 11, 2000).]
[This message has been edited by Frank213 (edited October 11, 2000).]
10-13-00, 04:57 PM
hi
i always use foam brushes. when i did our tv cabinet, i did "spit washes" i used water based polyurethane (with a tint) mixed with a small amount of water to thin it. that put on in thin coats, i only sanded between the first 2 coats. the last coat i used not mixed. the cabinet looks great.
i always use foam brushes. when i did our tv cabinet, i did "spit washes" i used water based polyurethane (with a tint) mixed with a small amount of water to thin it. that put on in thin coats, i only sanded between the first 2 coats. the last coat i used not mixed. the cabinet looks great.