Can I put this over a worn, dull finish on an oak dining set? Not quite ready to fully refinish the set, but I want some more shine and protection.
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Yes, it'll definitely brighten up your dull finish. Just make sure to remove any loose material first. Note: if you don't sand it smooth, you won't get a smooth poly coat. You can fix that by doing several coats, but it's best just to sand the surface first. In the end it's less work.
1880863
Yes, if you are going to refinish anyway, this product won't harm the wood. Just lightly sand the surface, and this product will provide a temporary fix and protect the surface.
1880864
It is better off to ensure that you remove any sort of paint, scratches or dents and such through sanding and leveling prior to applying polyurethane. To answer your question in a few words, yes that would work.
1809466
Not sure. If the set has a lacquered finish I doubt it. This product works great on unfinished wood. Let it sit for awhile and then wipe off. The wood looks beautiful and not greasy feeling.
546994
Yes, but best to apply this when the teak furniture is new. If faded from sun, as was our kitchen table, you may need to use the 3 step package, and this is the last step.
498226
Depends on the extent of the damage. This product wipes on, shines the wood with a dark wax, but fill in dings beautifully -- they actually look good, like old English furniture. Large areas can be treated, then wiped and lightly polished. The result of this stuff on furniture is nothing short of amazing. I build furniture and use it on everything I make regardless of the stain color. And dark brown is the only shade I use. I know that 70's woodwork and Briwax might make it look more classic and like antique furniture. But if there are only a few dings a filler stick in the right color might be enough but wont give you the incredible sheen of Briwax. Hope this helps. Depends on the extent of the damage. This product wipes on, shines the wood with a dark wax, but fill in dings beautifully -- they actually look good, like old English furniture. Large areas can be treated, then wiped and lightly polished. The result of this stuff on furniture is nothing short of amazing. I build furniture and use it on everything I make regardless of the stain color. And dark brown is the only shade I use. I know that 70's woodwork and Briwax might make it look more classic and like antique furniture. But if there are only a few dings a filler stick in the right color... » Read More Depends on the extent of the damage. This product wipes on, shines the wood with a dark wax, but fill in dings beautifully -- they actually look good, like old English furniture. Large areas can be treated, then wiped and lightly polished. The result of this stuff on furniture is nothing short of amazing. I build furniture and use it on everything I make regardless of the stain color. And dark brown is the only shade I use. I know that 70's woodwork and Briwax might make it look more classic and like antique furniture. But if there are only a few dings a filler stick in the right color might be enough but wont give you the incredible sheen of Briwax. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I used this over a oil based product. The Generals Gel Stain, oil based. It worked very well on a bathroom vanity. I am referring the wood cabinetry portion, not the top counter. I use a polyacryllic top coat on some water based paints, if I am not using a wax finish. I use a lot of chalk paint to re- purpose furniture. I will be trying a new paint by Amy Howard, for that I will use her wax for my finish. Amy Howard wax dries to hard finish without a "melt factor".
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This is a high pigmented furniture polish that will absorb in any porous surface, so if you put it on a table that is well warn it will leave a lot of the dark color, much like a stain. I put it on a dark stained wooden front door that weathers during the year. This polish will soak into the surface and make the door look much more presentable. It won't replace a stain but works well to revitalize a dark wood surface that shows some wear.
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I can't imagine what rusts that you'd use this to shine. It removes TARNISH. If some rust had just rubbed off onto something else through proximity, I'd THINK it would remove the non-original rust, but this is just speculation on my part.
523475
I am using the polish on an indoor cast iron stove, but if it gets moisture, it still rusts. I think it is more intended to improve the appearance of the stove. Maybe a high temperature paint would be more suitable for outdoors.
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The best way to go about refinishing your top would be to sand it all down to bare wood and apply The Good Stuff. That way there is no issue with compatibility and the finish will look better and last longer. It's a little extra work but would be worth it.
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I don't think so. Lacquer has the advantage that you can re-coat even many years later. It is not very scratch resistant. I do not know about heat. I use satin Deft for turned objects that will not get a great deal of wear when I want a low luster. If you do use it and it is going over an existing finish, coat with shellac before applying.Many years ago I finished our kitchen table with tung oil and it held up remarkably well for many years of hard use.
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This product will remove varnish and leave stain, but it's odor is very strong. Need lots of ventilation. I would use Formby's Tung Oil. It comes in low gloss, or high gloss, you can apply it with a sponge brush, or rub it in with lint free cloths. It leaves a beautiful finish, hides scratches. Just sand out imperfections before applying.
76513
It works well. I have brought up the shine on 1920s-1930s Rogers & Bros flatware that I even found in a root cellar and simichrome worked magic. I find it less abrasive than MAAS, yet more effective at removing unwanted patina/dirt/darkness. Or, in some cases like bronze or silver where the patina enhances the piece in spots, the less abrasive nature of the polish allows for strategic polishing. Example: a vintage Mexican silver bracelet with beautifully worked silver, the darker parts that enhance the piece are blended into the bright fully polished silver of the parts that look best when shined. Tip for flatware: a dry "medium" to "hard" toothbrush (bristled) a little seed bead sized amount of simichrome placed directly on the prongs of fork or pattern. Brush it in where discolored or dark then use a dry white cloth or durable (Viva, for me) paper towel to wipe off & buff.
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We used this product to remove several layers of varathane finish from a nice oak table that the lady wanted a darker color. It did not work well for this at all. A sealed finish may be different than a painted finish, but for several coats of sealed areas, we would not recommend it.
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I am thinking you can use it on a newly stained table. It is very gentle, no chemicals.....It may temporarily darken the wood but after applying you wait a few hours and then wipe it off. It really is so great on my wooden counters which are unfinished. If the wood is sealed with polyurethane or something like that, the cream wood just lay on the top and not penetrate the wood. I don't believe a stained wood would be a problem as long as it not sealed with anything else.....
1627706
I do not think it will dull the shine (but it will not make it shinier either). The trick it not to leave the sealer on granite too long.
73190
Have used this product on furniture in similar condition. I always use steel wool to remove the old finish, then I use an soft old towel to wipe off the mess. A lovely patina will remain in the deep grooves, but if you don't want that you will have to get down into it with a soft toothbrush.
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Yes but I would first use a compound and then use this and then wax.. this will get the fine scratches out and make it really shine... But make sure you put wax over it