For refinishing oak desk. Any opinions sating or gloss looking more natural (or better)?
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I have only used this product on small wood dolls as a sealer. I hand rubbed the finish on the dolls. I love the finish. Satin and very subtle and pretty.
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If I was going with just one and was unsure which I would like more I would pick gloss. You can apply gloss and leave it be for a high gloss or you can always do a light sanding with a light grit sand paper or an all purpose scotch-brite hand pad/scrub pad and then use a polish to bring back some shine. So you can control the degree of shine some what with the gloss. Satin is kind of a one trick pony. As far as which looks better, that depends on the individual and the look they are going for. I personally like a gloss finish better than satin in most applications.
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I would use satin on oak. I use gloss on my dining table surface because I wipe it off so often and it lasts longer.
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I am a satin fan, gloss looks cheap to me, satin give a rich look. If that makes sense.
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I have older wood floors and I use Old English on really worn spots before I spply Pro Shot. Floors look good but does not ha ve HIgh gloss finish!
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"Wiped on" is the only way I use Varathane now. I take a paper towel, dab it into the can, and carefully rub it onto the wood. I just did this with some repurposed cigar boxes the other night - came out beautiful. The finish seams to be a little more satiny than when you brush on the Varathane - the first project I did, I brushed on many coats and the pieces were a bit shiny. I prefer the wiped finish, it looks great on both of the Cigar Box Guitars that I've built and, as I mentioned, the two cigar boxes I just redid. You want to avoid putting on very thick layers, as well as leaving any gobs or lines of the finish, just like with anything else you're putting on wood. General rule of thumb with this stuff - if it looks white or creamy on the wood, it's too thick. Be careful sanding between layers, since the wiped on finish, for me, is often thinner than brushed on finish. Side note - The guitars only have Varathane on the neck. The wood for the necks came from an old dining room table, it's heavy and dense. The wood was stripped of finish, painted with a variety of colors and chemicals to reach a certain patina, and then I wiped on the Varathane. Came out beautiful, and the finish is holding up really well.
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I have the ebony color and the wood finish is black and glossy/reflective...absolutely beautiful! Hope others can comment on the natural.
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I would use a paste wood polish and apply it by hand with a pad or soft rag. Use the buffer to shine when the polish has set a few minutes. Don't overdo it by exerting a lot of pressure on the table top.
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It's been several years since I bought mine, but the finish at that time was satin (no gloss), almost "natural". That being said, it does not show scratches and dings like a glossy surface would.
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The top is indeed high gloss, but it a very professional finish and will compliment a room if you choose. However, it's presence through its superb performance will definitely be noticed whether concealed from view or visible. Hope this helps.
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No, we have 2 in our living room. I would consider it more of a "satin" finish. Definitely not high gloss---smooth but not overly shiny.
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I looked up DIY chalk paint on Pinterest and found out how to mix my own chalk finish paint (not chalk board paint). The one I use has indoor paint, water, and plaster of Paris. No need to strip or sand the piece. I used an off white paint, and want over it with the minwax dark paste to darken it and age it. It looks especially nice in the grooves and corners. I love finishing furniture this way because you can do even a big piece in one day!
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Definitely not shiny like satin (very little if any sheen). Basically, a matte look with smooth feel...without the roughness of linen material. I suppose with lots of starch and ironing could be much stiffer for a extra crisp and less flowy look. Final assessment..sheen level 2 out of 10 and matte level 8 of of 10.
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Our results were more of a satin finish than high gloss. It worked well to cover scratches on our gas stove. However on close examination, you can see the difference. It is far better than the original scratches, though
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Its not glossy but not dull either, I don't think this will have the finish you are quite looking for but im sure it would look good or compliment your bedroom theme.
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I don't know what engineered hardwood is, but we've been using it on our dark colored wood floors for 2 years and are very happy with it. We've been using the high gloss because that is what was available. It is quite glossy, and I'd probably prefer a lower sheen.
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I am looking to match my kitchen cupboards in a cinnamon cherry finish. How do you think this will compare?
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You can do only as many coats as you choose. The more coats you do... the less the grain is visible. If you don't want a dark grain and only want to go a couple shades darker than a medium oak I would recommend using a color other than "java". With the first coat of Java the oak grain looks quite dark which gives it a rustic look. I didn't like the look, but also wanted darker cabinets anyway.
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I have the brushed finish and it is like a satin finish. I presume the other is more polished.
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I think you'd have to call it Semi-gloss. It's definitely not Satin, but it's not super glossy either.