Can you use Miniwax Wood Finish (Natural color) over 1 coat of clear water based polyurethane?

My floors came out blotchy after lots of prep work. Unfortunately even a very thin coat of Wood Filler will affect the finish. The newer boards do not blend in either. So, I know I am supposed to do a light sanding between polyurethane coats. Can I apply the Miniwax Wood Finish after sanding the 1st coat of poly? Or do I need to go back to square one?Can you use Miniwax Wood Finish (Natural color) over 1 coat of clear water based polyurethane?
Sorry to say you'll need to strip the poly and start from scratch. Poly is a finish, nothing will go on top.





To prevent blotching, sand the floor and use a pretreatment. I use what is called a spit coat of shellac. This is a very thinned shellac (much less than a 1lb cut) and helps seal the wood so stains and/or finishes will go on better.





You could even use shellac as the finish as it is very easy to repair.Can you use Miniwax Wood Finish (Natural color) over 1 coat of clear water based polyurethane?
You're welcome. Good luck with your project ;-)

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