Does ths come with a coating or is it ready for staining?
1300326
I bought the espresso one so obviously it was already stained and finished. But I'd say this one is probably too, just finished with the gloss over natural. It's the same product and price, just different color. If assume anything that required staining or gloss would specify unfinished wood.
614323
U have to clean and prep according to the Instructions. Did it in grey and have had multiple compliments of how nice it turned out. I even stretched the recommended coverage, made a gallon work for a 12` jonboat. Covered the bottom and sides with this great non skid durable coating.
742390
I have not had any staining problems. I always rinse the sink out after use. Occasionally I use the Blanco cleaner and the sink looks brand new. The cleaner is a bit pricey but I think it's worth it personally. Hope this helps!
141534
Mine was natural so I stained it. We have it outside and it is holding up well......
982346
It comes stained... In fact you can smell the stain pretty strongly when unpacked so you'd probably have to sand it down again to paint it.
1464532
I'm not sure what you mean about coating coming off, I don't think that the unit has/had any coating. But about the stains, yes marble is a soft stone and even with sealer, if somebody puts/drops on the stone something like lime/lemon juice, or even coffee, it would leave a small stain on it. What we do is to put a cut board or other object that covers the stone to protect it.
1132325
Don't see any reason not to just make sure stain is good and dry then make sure your first coat of Emmit is hard before you buff
1234052
It does come "finished" which also means it has a finished sheen to it, but I don't think it would be hard to cover with paint. If you primed it or ruffed it up first it would be paintable.
1170542
We have 3 of these & they don't seem to stain. We got our 1st one in November 2012. They have a coating that cleans up easily.
2020392
The wood is pre-treated with a clear waterproofing. I think the instructions stated that it can be stained.
1355793
Yes, it appears to have a polyurethane stain. You need to go to a paint store and ask for a product that would strip that undercoat and then you should be able to stain it.
230414
As far as I know, there's no stain. It definitely has no polyurethane. Best backscratcher you'll ever find, BTW.
671600
I didn't stain but I painted them. I do believe they would come out very nice. Very good quality for a reasonable price. Enjoy
1497439
It is not treated and can be stained. I would use a waterproofer on the top and bottom if left outside in the elements.
1307082
I have had no problems with the coating or staining issues. I have only had it for a year and live in a place that has municipal water with low iron content.
502435
It usually requires 3 hours cause it seems more like a stain than dye. It's really good stuff. It just takes awhile. Just keep checking it
1367850
No, there is no staining. I recommend using half the required dosage if woworried.