Does this stuff cover just like paint or is it like a stain finish where can you still see the wood grain through it?
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It goes on heavier than stain, but you can definitely still see all the grain through it. Follow the directions and in my opinion the glaze is NOT optional, USE IT! It looks so much better with the glaze. This is a great product and when it goes on sale I buy more just to have it for future projects.
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It's a mix of both...I applied the color coat very lightly so that I could still see the wood grain. But I think if you'd apply it more generously it may cover it up. It's definitely not as thick as paint but not as thin as stain. I did not use the optional glaze and I can see my wood grain just fine.
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It applied like paint because it had the same consistency, but it didn't cover like paint. And though not a stain, yes you could easily see the grains through the paint even after 3 coats. By this time you will have a streaky brush marked mess. After about 5 months from the project, I am getting new cabinets by the way.
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Hi Linda, I do not know if this stain can be tinted. I used it on beadboard paneling, as is. I recommend using the pre-treatment product first, as it preps the wood nicely, like a primer. Then use one or more coats ot the stain, depending on how much wood grain you want showing through. I like this product and recommend it. Grace
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Parawood has a very tight grain and is difficult to get a deep stain. Stains are a surface treatment that needs an open pore to work effectively. I have used wood dye which penetrates into the wood. You can create custom colors by blending dyes. Transtint dyes work very well. BTW you can see some very nice grain patterns using the dyes.
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It is a wood grain finish...I will post some pictures today....Overall, really great deal.
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Colleen, I've seen this on many of my projects too. The prior stain or paint was applied without sealing the wood, so the stain was absorbed unevenly. In some cases I've used alcohol (although this tends to raise the grain) or a dental pick to scrape out paint (but this can leave scratches). Since I usually use a walnut stain, it obscures most of the prior stain/paint. Unless the old covering is in a highly visible area, you are probably OK.
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Yes, it has a light coat of something in a satin finish, low gloss, but with a bit of reflective quality. I find it pleasing since it lets the wood grain show very nicely. It has a pleasant feel, as well.
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Hi Karen,This piece doesn't have any sort of sealant on it. The wood is fairly light and you should be able to stain it but don't take my word on that. I don't do much on that front.
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It obscures it pretty well. My navy back just looks vaugely blue but mostly black brighter colors will show more but you definitely aren't going to see the gain of the wood super clearly especially If its ebony.
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The wood grain shows. I wouldn't call it prominent, but has a very nice wood grain finish.
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Did mine over a year ago, let me see......used spray copper paint for the haul, bottled paint used white, black, the instructions will tell you other colors you will need. One thing I did on my own, I had a dark wood stain, I used it on the deck. Let it dry and sprayed it with a poly spray to keep it from smearing. I know wood stain is for wood, but it will give it a great look. One thing take your time with the ship, work a few hours at a time. May get frustrated at times, but worth it at the end. Any other questions just ask.
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Mine is not clear. It is translucent if you hold up to light. But laying on the shelf, it appears a milky white. You do not see the pretty wood grain of your cabinet shelves through it, if that is what you are seeking. I've had mine down for 2 years now, and am satisfied. You sacrifice seeing the wood grain, for protection from water and scratches. There is enough wood grain in the back and sides of cabinet to make up for it.
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Mine has been stained, and the result is definitely not pine looking to me. I wish it were. It looks closer to yellow than pine I am afraid. Perhaps if the staining were done differently you might have a different result, but as I had said in my review, this table was difficult to stain according the the fellow who did it. Each section (Leg, top, drawer face) seemed to "take up" the stain differently. Over the stain he put polyurethane. That may be what is causing the yellowish effect. There is no hint of grain I would like to see. His (and therefore my) recommendation was to buy this if your intention was to paint it. It would be a lovely little table to paint. (hint-hint). Mine has been stained, and the result is definitely not pine looking to me. I wish it were. It looks closer to yellow than pine I am afraid. Perhaps if the staining were done differently you might have a different result, but as I had said in my review, this table was difficult to stain according the the fellow who did it. Each section (Leg, top, drawer face) seemed to "take up" the stain differently. Over the stain he put polyurethane. That may be what is causing the yellowish effect. There is no hint of grain I would like to see. His (and therefore my) recommendation was to buy... » Read More Mine has been stained, and the result is definitely not pine looking to me. I wish it were. It looks closer to yellow than pine I am afraid. Perhaps if the staining were done differently you might have a different result, but as I had said in my review, this table was difficult to stain according the the fellow who did it. Each section (Leg, top, drawer face) seemed to "take up" the stain differently. Over the stain he put polyurethane. That may be what is causing the yellowish effect. There is no hint of grain I would like to see. His (and therefore my) recommendation was to buy this if your intention was to paint it. It would be a lovely little table to paint. (hint-hint). « Show Less
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In this instance I used deck paint on the plastic wood. On other occasions I have used a like material and stained it but first I scored the putty with a knife, giving it a "grain" that would show darker when stained. I tried to match the grain of the surrounding wood. Then a little more stain with a Q-tip to get the shade just right. It worked OK. This stuff should work the same.
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The tutorial I used via Pinterest showed very dark finished cabinets which I don't think would let the grain show through. This isn't the look I wanted.So I put the stain on fairly heavily, waited 3 minutes (don't let it dry) and wiped off. You can add all the coats you want to get the look you want. I used four on some things but only two on others. The stain still shows through on my pieces and I am very happy with the result. I also wanted to have a faint red finish which with the way I did it I do. Not in your face red, just a hint. I LOVE the Java stain.
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I haven't used it over stain, but it does impart a very light coloration to untreated wood (almost a richness). I am guessing it will very slightly darken your stain. Even though it is a green product I would think twice before using it on a surface for food prep
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funny you should ask, I was actually looking at it closely last night. It's smooth in that it's coated, but it's not smooth like other products of this nature are (for instance Ikea products which have that slippery smooth quality). it has a slight grain, but the grain isn't really a wood texture, it's more very, very slightly textured. Overall I would say no grain is visible, but it's not perfectly smooth to the touch.
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My colors show through fairly well but I think your wood grain will be obscured quite a bit.