I’ve never used polyurethane, this video was nice and straight to the point! Can you use a rag instead of a brush to apply it?
R Ton March 23, 2022 at 5:59 pm
You answered some of my questions. Thinner coats are better than a thicker coat that levels out. One thing you didn’t mention is if you’re using water based finish, using steel wool can cause bits of rust.
I’m not using steel wool. I’m using 240 grit on a random orbit sander between coats. On the final coats I’m going for the 600 and then 3000 for a mirror like finish on this fireplace mantel.
I have to agree, the brush makes a difference. Another guy on a video said to soak your brush in mineral spirits first and that will get rid of most of the bubbles. Also, to mix your poly 3 to 1 with mineral spirits. Takes more coats but less bubbles. Dollartree has a little pint pitcher that has the gradation marks on it. Perfect to mix up a small batch of finish without needing additional measuring.
lotuseatr09on March 23, 2022 at 6:00 pm
Green scotchbrite pad works better than steel wool.
David Lon March 23, 2022 at 6:00 pm
Oh, please! He’s slapping that brush around like he’s painting some old fence. You think those brush marks aren’t going to show? Notice he doesn’t show the board after it’s dried? Give me a break.
pob11212on March 23, 2022 at 6:00 pm
Thanks for making this a 2 minute video and not a 10 minute video
I appreciate the video, but I have always had better luck stirring the poly and not shaking it
Kuya Songon March 23, 2022 at 6:07 pm
Can be use spray gun?
The Wild West Gambling Showon March 23, 2022 at 6:08 pm
Great tips 👍
Jonathan Maneron March 23, 2022 at 6:10 pm
You have a good, teaching mind. Not everyone has that. I appreciate how thorough you were in this video.
Mastiff Momon March 23, 2022 at 6:12 pm
Great tutorial. Thank you. I applied 3 thin coats on a small stained piece (rookie here) and I could see how uneven it was. I sanded it down lightly and reapplied a thicker coat with a foam brush and it came out just right. I can’t get paint laid down right, either. Thin coat, thick coat, all the coats… Quality brushes and paint. I suppose practice is key. Going to watch a few more of your videos.
Thanks again
Sultan Damanion March 23, 2022 at 6:13 pm
Can we use Cloth Pouch??
Katie Son March 23, 2022 at 6:14 pm
How long do you let it dry before sanding/steel wool?
OcotilloDavidon March 23, 2022 at 6:18 pm
Can I use japan dryer with clear satin poly?
Jake P.on March 23, 2022 at 6:19 pm
How do you mix the can? There is a bunch of gunk at the bottom. Do I just mix it like paint or what?
Lamontt Blackshireon March 23, 2022 at 6:20 pm
Love it! Short into the point! Also, unlike many other Youtubers, you didn’t give the easy way, you gave the “ care” method. It will take longer but this is what I was looking for.
David Phillipson March 23, 2022 at 6:20 pm
i would think using 400 grit sandpaper would be better than the steel wool
unmovableson March 23, 2022 at 6:23 pm
Thanks Principle Skinner.
Michael Rusynyakon March 23, 2022 at 6:25 pm
Good attempt but bad technique. You are mentioned about not to have the air bubbles but you swiping brush so fast back and force and by doing that you introducing lots of air bubbles onto the surface this way which you can clearly see in the video. I have a doubt that all of these bubble will go away till surface is dries so after you have to deal with it. The correct technique you can find at this post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_GWXcydu5k
Anyway Thanks for the video and try to not mislead your viewers/followers next time.
the mashuganaon March 23, 2022 at 6:34 pm
a damp rag with water will raise the grain on open grained woods. if you don’t want to raise the grain, a micro cloth towel dampened w mineral spirits will also remove the fine dust, but the mineral spirits won’t raise the grain.
DOC Rodon March 23, 2022 at 6:38 pm
Good info. I just use my HVLP, much easier.
Patrick Smithon March 23, 2022 at 6:39 pm
amazing how a short 2 min video can answer all your questions
James Pyleon March 23, 2022 at 6:42 pm
I spent five hours sanding a piece to start over because I was laying it on thick (and it never got in tacky) based on other videos. Going to try the thin method this time.
Jaredon March 23, 2022 at 6:45 pm
This guy polyurethanes.
Anthony Pendletonon March 23, 2022 at 6:49 pm
EXspecially…
Derek Poulinon March 23, 2022 at 6:49 pm
Tac rag
James Pyleon March 23, 2022 at 6:52 pm
What’s the process on the steel wool..I can’t find any other videos that use steel wools between (instead of like 400 grit sandpaper). Do you just lightly run across it to smooth it or?
I’ve never used polyurethane, this video was nice and straight to the point! Can you use a rag instead of a brush to apply it?
You answered some of my questions. Thinner coats are better than a thicker coat that levels out. One thing you didn’t mention is if you’re using water based finish, using steel wool can cause bits of rust.
I’m not using steel wool. I’m using 240 grit on a random orbit sander between coats. On the final coats I’m going for the 600 and then 3000 for a mirror like finish on this fireplace mantel.
I have to agree, the brush makes a difference. Another guy on a video said to soak your brush in mineral spirits first and that will get rid of most of the bubbles. Also, to mix your poly 3 to 1 with mineral spirits. Takes more coats but less bubbles. Dollartree has a little pint pitcher that has the gradation marks on it. Perfect to mix up a small batch of finish without needing additional measuring.
Green scotchbrite pad works better than steel wool.
Oh, please! He’s slapping that brush around like he’s painting some old fence. You think those brush marks aren’t going to show? Notice he doesn’t show the board after it’s dried? Give me a break.
Thanks for making this a 2 minute video and not a 10 minute video
Great video! 👏🏻👍🏻
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great tips !! Thank you.
I appreciate the video, but I have always had better luck stirring the poly and not shaking it
Can be use spray gun?
Great tips 👍
You have a good, teaching mind. Not everyone has that. I appreciate how thorough you were in this video.
Great tutorial. Thank you. I applied 3 thin coats on a small stained piece (rookie here) and I could see how uneven it was. I sanded it down lightly and reapplied a thicker coat with a foam brush and it came out just right. I can’t get paint laid down right, either. Thin coat, thick coat, all the coats… Quality brushes and paint. I suppose practice is key. Going to watch a few more of your videos.
Thanks again
Can we use Cloth Pouch??
How long do you let it dry before sanding/steel wool?
Can I use japan dryer with clear satin poly?
How do you mix the can? There is a bunch of gunk at the bottom. Do I just mix it like paint or what?
Love it! Short into the point! Also, unlike many other Youtubers, you didn’t give the easy way, you gave the “ care” method. It will take longer but this is what I was looking for.
i would think using 400 grit sandpaper would be better than the steel wool
Thanks Principle Skinner.
Good attempt but bad technique. You are mentioned about not to have the air bubbles but you swiping brush so fast back and force and by doing that you introducing lots of air bubbles onto the surface this way which you can clearly see in the video. I have a doubt that all of these bubble will go away till surface is dries so after you have to deal with it. The correct technique you can find at this post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_GWXcydu5k
Anyway Thanks for the video and try to not mislead your viewers/followers next time.
a damp rag with water will raise the grain on open grained woods. if you don’t want to raise the grain, a micro cloth towel dampened w mineral spirits will also remove the fine dust, but the mineral spirits won’t raise the grain.
Good info. I just use my HVLP, much easier.
amazing how a short 2 min video can answer all your questions
I spent five hours sanding a piece to start over because I was laying it on thick (and it never got in tacky) based on other videos. Going to try the thin method this time.
This guy polyurethanes.
EXspecially…
Tac rag
What’s the process on the steel wool..I can’t find any other videos that use steel wools between (instead of like 400 grit sandpaper). Do you just lightly run across it to smooth it or?
Glad I watch you video first ❤❤