Hi; a) do you buff-sand between SFO applications b) do you buff sand over top last coat of SFO c) first coat then wipe off, correct? second and last coat...... wipe off again? Thanks
You always want to wipe back the excess after applying the stain. If you don't wipe back it will always be tacky. I very lightly sand between coats with fine grit sandpaper - 220 or higher.
I think I would like a mix of driftwood and cappuccino. Can you recommend whether it would be better to mix the stains together or apply a second coat over a first coat? If applying a second coat which would you recommend applying as a fist coat?
How would driftwood look on cherry wood? I'm looking to tone down the pink tones in the raw wood from an old old piece. but not go too gray. I've sampled some grays and weathered colors in other brands but they give a lavender hue. Thank you
Confused here. Fusion says shake the paint and don't shake the stain (as it will cause bubbles) which is the exact opposite of what has been shared here.
I Johanne - I apologize for any confusion. The Fusion Paint, Stain and Finishing Oil and Tough Coat are completely different products, so they should be treated differently. The paint can be shaken and/or stirred. The SFO is oil-based and can also be shaken and/or stirred. For the SFO I recommend doing both as you want to get anything that has settled on the bottom of the can mixed up well. The last one - the Tough Coat is the one that should not be shaken. The reason being that any (not just Fusion) water-based topcoat if shaken can create bubbles. Then when you apply it, will leave bubbles on your project or piece. If you forget, just leave it for about 30 minutes until the bubbles go away. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
I just painted about 10 hrs. ago Cappachino stain & finishing over an antique white base coffee table. It's lighter than I wanted for the top -- can I give it additional coats to achieve the color I want even though it's more than 2 hours of drying time at this point?
Yes, you can build the stain and make it darker with additional coats. Additional coats will also make it more durable. I would wait longer than two hours - probably eight hours or more (longer depending on humidity). Please let me know if you have any further questions.
I bet Kevinis relieved he doesn’t have to stain as much anymore. I love this product
Actually, he's been doing a lot of furniture rehabbing at home. I love the Stain and Finishing Oil too! Such a great product!
Hi; a) do you buff-sand between SFO applications b) do you buff sand over top last coat of SFO c) first coat then wipe off, correct? second and last coat...... wipe off again? Thanks
You always want to wipe back the excess after applying the stain. If you don't wipe back it will always be tacky. I very lightly sand between coats with fine grit sandpaper - 220 or higher.
thank you for getting back to me so quickly, greatly appreciated
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I think I would like a mix of driftwood and cappuccino. Can you recommend whether it would be better to mix the stains together or apply a second coat over a first coat? If applying a second coat which would you recommend applying as a fist coat?
I would apply them separately.
How would driftwood look on cherry wood? I'm looking to tone down the pink tones in the raw wood from an old old piece. but not go too gray. I've sampled some grays and weathered colors in other brands but they give a lavender hue. Thank you
It might also have a lavender hue. Let me check back with Fusion and get back to you.
Confused here. Fusion says shake the paint and don't shake the stain (as it will cause bubbles) which is the exact opposite of what has been shared here.
I Johanne - I apologize for any confusion. The Fusion Paint, Stain and Finishing Oil and Tough Coat are completely different products, so they should be treated differently. The paint can be shaken and/or stirred. The SFO is oil-based and can also be shaken and/or stirred. For the SFO I recommend doing both as you want to get anything that has settled on the bottom of the can mixed up well. The last one - the Tough Coat is the one that should not be shaken. The reason being that any (not just Fusion) water-based topcoat if shaken can create bubbles. Then when you apply it, will leave bubbles on your project or piece. If you forget, just leave it for about 30 minutes until the bubbles go away. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
I just painted about 10 hrs. ago Cappachino stain & finishing over an antique white base coffee table. It's lighter than I wanted for the top -- can I give it additional coats to achieve the color I want even though it's more than 2 hours of drying time at this point?
Yes, you can build the stain and make it darker with additional coats. Additional coats will also make it more durable. I would wait longer than two hours - probably eight hours or more (longer depending on humidity). Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Watching , very helpful!
"It says on the can stir , do not shake " but you didn't read that part 😂