Gel Stain Over Refurbished Wood Vinyl Signs

1 the beauty of the grain is highlighted.

Gel stain over refurbished wood vinyl signs.

Repeat the application process for a darker finish. Step 7 let the stained vinyl window dry for 2 hours. Gel stain for the win for sure. Apply the vinyl stencil to your wood sign.

Gel stain usually know around town as general finishes. The gel stain allows you to do some light prep and stain right over the existing stained wood. Blotching is unevened coloring caused by varying densities in the wood. Wipe the gel from the window using shop rags.

The only way to remove it is by sanding it out and starting all over. Gel stain is so pigment rich you will get an uneven application if you try to dab it on with a dry rag. Messy to apply but solves the issue of blotchiness on pine. Scrape it down really well to adhere it well and form a good seal.

Step 6 wash the gel from the china brush using mineral spirits. I used my ryobi corner cat finishing sander on the stairs and the landings and did a light sanding. Gel stain is especially recommended for woods such as pine. Mod podge your vinyl stencil on.

You won t believe what this one looked like before. Let the gel sit against the vinyl for 3 to 6 minutes. Identified by it s thickness which is similar to mayonnaise. Hop on over to see how i used this stain raw wood for this one here industrial style paper towel holder.

Apply gel stain to the vinyl window using a 2 inch china brush. Line up your vinyl on your wood sign and use a scraper tool to apply the vinyl to the wood. No woodworking supplies needed. Follow me on instagram for b.

I made this paper towel roll holder out of a pipe and a wood medallion. I like to wrap sand paper around my putty knife to get the edges and crevices. Learn how to make beautiful wood signs at your kitchen table with gel stain and a vinyl stencil. See it before here side table makeover.

Its thick formula allows easy application and superior color control necessary to achieve a rich and uniform color on most surfaces in a single application. Applying over a layer of top coat is acceptable but there are two big benefits of applying the stain directly to the wood or over a slip coat. When removing the transfer tape be careful not to lift any of the interior parts of the letters. As a result it lets some of the wood s unique markings.

Fortunately for those with laminate cabinets gel stain works well on a variety of surfaces other than real wood allowing you to stain your cabinets without leaving them a streaky splotchy mess.