We just used it on our table and it did not dry yet but it is so glossiey, It is awesome. Will it last?Will polyurethanes shine last? Its clear gloss.?
Yes it will. Apply at least 1-2 more coats, and scuff between coats with OOO steel wool. Good luck.Will polyurethanes shine last? Its clear gloss.?
Like the beautiful woman you see in the mirror, alas everything eventually fades.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Which is more durable outside, lacquer (such as Garco Sealer) or polyurethane (such as Minwax Clear Shield)?
assuming that yellowing from the sun is no factor at all; only resistance to cracking, peeling, chalking, etc. for protecting the wood surfaceWhich is more durable outside, lacquer (such as Garco Sealer) or polyurethane (such as Minwax Clear Shield)?
Do not use polyurethane. It isn't meant for use outside where it's exposed to UV. It will deteriorate and worse the color of the wood under it will deteriorate. Spar varnish is best. It gives a good clear, non yellowing, non deteriorating coating for out side surfaces. It's the best coating for a wood door or the like. I did my solid wood, west facing, Kitchen door with spar varnish in '86 and it still looks great today. You can purchase Spar Varnish at any paint store, home center or hardware store.
EDITED: I tried Marine Spar Polyurethane on my front door three years ago. It's in terrible shape and Im preparing to take it down and redo it. Spar Varnish is far superior.Which is more durable outside, lacquer (such as Garco Sealer) or polyurethane (such as Minwax Clear Shield)?
You can use products like Minwax Clear Shield or Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane. These products are good for exterior use and will be resistant to sun, moisture, etc. You will however have to repeat the process every 2 or 3 years based on what type of conditions the surface will be exposed to. Clear Shield and Helmsman are actually the same product as I recently found out from a Minwax rep. I have experience selling both products in my store. I do not have any experience or knowledge of an exterior lacquer clear coat.
Look for a ';MARINE SPAR POLYURETHANE';
Commonly used on wood items on boats.
Do not use polyurethane. It isn't meant for use outside where it's exposed to UV. It will deteriorate and worse the color of the wood under it will deteriorate. Spar varnish is best. It gives a good clear, non yellowing, non deteriorating coating for out side surfaces. It's the best coating for a wood door or the like. I did my solid wood, west facing, Kitchen door with spar varnish in '86 and it still looks great today. You can purchase Spar Varnish at any paint store, home center or hardware store.
EDITED: I tried Marine Spar Polyurethane on my front door three years ago. It's in terrible shape and Im preparing to take it down and redo it. Spar Varnish is far superior.Which is more durable outside, lacquer (such as Garco Sealer) or polyurethane (such as Minwax Clear Shield)?
You can use products like Minwax Clear Shield or Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane. These products are good for exterior use and will be resistant to sun, moisture, etc. You will however have to repeat the process every 2 or 3 years based on what type of conditions the surface will be exposed to. Clear Shield and Helmsman are actually the same product as I recently found out from a Minwax rep. I have experience selling both products in my store. I do not have any experience or knowledge of an exterior lacquer clear coat.
Look for a ';MARINE SPAR POLYURETHANE';
Commonly used on wood items on boats.
Spraying polyurethane on clear acrylic?
Making a coffee table
sprayed the top with white knight crystal clear acrylic
can i now spray it with polyurethane
will it blister or have any negative side affectsSpraying polyurethane on clear acrylic?
Sand the acrylic thoroughly with fine grit sandpaper. Do not use steel wool. A coat of a good polyurethane will give better depth and when dry will be just as hard as an acrylic.
Spraying polyurethane on clear acrylic?
You don't have to use poly as a top coat as the acrylic is harder.If you want a deeper looking top coat apply a second or even a third light coat of acrylic.hair bands
sprayed the top with white knight crystal clear acrylic
can i now spray it with polyurethane
will it blister or have any negative side affectsSpraying polyurethane on clear acrylic?
Sand the acrylic thoroughly with fine grit sandpaper. Do not use steel wool. A coat of a good polyurethane will give better depth and when dry will be just as hard as an acrylic.
Spraying polyurethane on clear acrylic?
You don't have to use poly as a top coat as the acrylic is harder.If you want a deeper looking top coat apply a second or even a third light coat of acrylic.
Is clear coat Polyurethane harmful to fish?
I'm planing on giving my beta fish a ';petrified forest,'; emulating the rivers/shallow waters of their natural habitats. As I know, they don't want lots of water movement, and originate in parts of Cambodia and Thailand. The thought is to make some twigs sticking up from the floor, so that they have hiding place. I also and putting a plant in it as well. The question is whether or not after I prepare the twigs if the polyurethane I'm planning on coating them with will somehow harm the beta fish. I've looked for any chemical data pointing to a release of chemicals into the water or it somehow changing the pH of the water. So far have not found any solid information. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.Is clear coat Polyurethane harmful to fish?
This should not be done. Poly is safe while dry, but can disolve in water over time. You will most likely kill the fish within a month or so. And also betas love to pick at wood and roots, making it very easy for the bata to ingest the chemical. I suggest that you go to your local fish store and get wood that you can put in without treatment, or wood that is treated with safe chemicals unlike polly....Is clear coat Polyurethane harmful to fish?
polyurothane some stuff and stick it in some water treated the way ur tank will be. check ph for a few dayz. I doubt it but im not sure. if there are no chemical changes i doubt it will harm them unless they try 2 eat it or sumthin ;)
Once the poly is FULLY cured it should be safe.
The problem is that it does take some time (weeks) to fully cure and stop releasing various chemicals.
If it still smells like Poly, dont put it in the tank.
Personally I would just collect some old dead sticks, soak them in a tub of water for a few weeks and use them as they are. They will grow algae on them and give you that natural swamp look that you are trying to achieve. The wood will probably release natural tannins into the water and colour it brown. This isn't harmfull to the fish, just do water changes to control it.
Ian
Its probably better for the betta if you didn't do any of that. Yes its harmful as well as the stick found in the yard. Do you want something that looks cool or do you want to take care of fish properly?
This should not be done. Poly is safe while dry, but can disolve in water over time. You will most likely kill the fish within a month or so. And also betas love to pick at wood and roots, making it very easy for the bata to ingest the chemical. I suggest that you go to your local fish store and get wood that you can put in without treatment, or wood that is treated with safe chemicals unlike polly....Is clear coat Polyurethane harmful to fish?
polyurothane some stuff and stick it in some water treated the way ur tank will be. check ph for a few dayz. I doubt it but im not sure. if there are no chemical changes i doubt it will harm them unless they try 2 eat it or sumthin ;)
Once the poly is FULLY cured it should be safe.
The problem is that it does take some time (weeks) to fully cure and stop releasing various chemicals.
If it still smells like Poly, dont put it in the tank.
Personally I would just collect some old dead sticks, soak them in a tub of water for a few weeks and use them as they are. They will grow algae on them and give you that natural swamp look that you are trying to achieve. The wood will probably release natural tannins into the water and colour it brown. This isn't harmfull to the fish, just do water changes to control it.
Ian
Its probably better for the betta if you didn't do any of that. Yes its harmful as well as the stick found in the yard. Do you want something that looks cool or do you want to take care of fish properly?
Is the deluxe acrylic with sealer coat and polyurethane clear coat good for a paint job?
I see two auto body shops advertising these paints and clear coat deals in the newspaper and was wondering if these were good stuff for the low price. They are asking about $299-$349 for the paint, sealer, and polyurethane clear coat. And the $299 deal comes with a 4 year guarantee. I am just looking for something to freshen up my car and not going for a custom,show car paint job. I am also planning to sand and primer it myself or should I just let them spray it? (My car is white)Is the deluxe acrylic with sealer coat and polyurethane clear coat good for a paint job?
Is Deluxe the brand or just a description. It sounds very cheap. With paint, you really get what you pay for.
If you are just wanting a average white paint job, I would go to a auto paint store and get an acrylic enamel white paint. You should be able to get a gallon of paint with reducer and harder for $200 - $250. If you are just repainting (no body work) and your old paint is not peeling then you shouldn't have to use primer or sealer. Just wet sand with 400 grit and paint right over the old paint. With acrylic enamel you don't have to mess with a clearcoat.Is the deluxe acrylic with sealer coat and polyurethane clear coat good for a paint job?
I hate ';clear coat';
It fades, peels, and cracks.
ADDED:
Clear coat just make crappy paint less crappy looking.
ADDED#2
White paint. Oh Jeeze....DON'T CLEAR COAT WHITE PAINT!
. Sanding and primering yourself is a good idea.
Is Deluxe the brand or just a description. It sounds very cheap. With paint, you really get what you pay for.
If you are just wanting a average white paint job, I would go to a auto paint store and get an acrylic enamel white paint. You should be able to get a gallon of paint with reducer and harder for $200 - $250. If you are just repainting (no body work) and your old paint is not peeling then you shouldn't have to use primer or sealer. Just wet sand with 400 grit and paint right over the old paint. With acrylic enamel you don't have to mess with a clearcoat.Is the deluxe acrylic with sealer coat and polyurethane clear coat good for a paint job?
I hate ';clear coat';
It fades, peels, and cracks.
ADDED:
Clear coat just make crappy paint less crappy looking.
ADDED#2
White paint. Oh Jeeze....DON'T CLEAR COAT WHITE PAINT!
. Sanding and primering yourself is a good idea.
Clear polyurethane???? PLEASE HELP!!!?
i need something like the fake water you put in vases for fake flowers. Something that maybe i can by at like lowes. Like polyurethane but completely clear. please help me out, thanksClear polyurethane???? PLEASE HELP!!!?
Depends on what you are useing it on.Clear polyurethane???? PLEASE HELP!!!?
You may want to try resin. Depending on humidity in your area, it should set up in a couple of days or less. Only downside is possible bubbles in the final project around flower stems. Conduct project outdoors or with very good ventilation.
Can be found at Michaels.
try EasyCast if you want to add translucent colorant.
Depends on what you are useing it on.Clear polyurethane???? PLEASE HELP!!!?
You may want to try resin. Depending on humidity in your area, it should set up in a couple of days or less. Only downside is possible bubbles in the final project around flower stems. Conduct project outdoors or with very good ventilation.
Can be found at Michaels.
try EasyCast if you want to add translucent colorant.
Why did clear polyurethane turn my oak floor dark?
My husband redid all the floors, after he sanded them, they were super light like I wanted, then he put a clear Poly on them, now they back to the same dark color. What did we do wrong?. Why are they so dark?. This was a lot of work for the same look.Why did clear polyurethane turn my oak floor dark?
since you, unfortunately, have to re-finish, here are a couple of things you could do to get the floor as light as possible. after you have re-sanded, go up in grit 1 or even 2 grades finer. the finer sanding you do, the more you will close the pores of the wood limiting penetration of the poly. start with 120 since you are just trying to remove the poly, then go higher 180, 220. if you are switching to water based poly, seal the floor first with a product like this:
http://minwax.com/products/hardwood_floo鈥?/a>
do a small test area in a closet or other inconspicuous area before doing the whole floor. wipe the area with mineral spirits or denatured alcohol. this will show you the final 'color', then apply your sealer and topcoat.
multiple topcoats: 3-5. once you have applied the first, it will not darken further.
Hope that helps, good luck!Why did clear polyurethane turn my oak floor dark?
Too late now! But you should have tried a sample first in a closet to see what the finished product would look like. If the person that sold you your floor finish
told you it would not darken the natural sanded color, he was worng. But if you didn't tell him you wanted them to be lite or blonde you were wrong.
There are clear finishes that will not darken the natural color a great deal, but almost none, without out a specialized application will not darken them somewhat.
It also depends a lot on the type of wood, it's age, and the product's end effect in your particular situation. Hardly any one could tell you that except an experienced wood floor man, but even he would run a test first to be sure of the result. Water or oil base, you should still run a small test. Because Oak is like a spong an is apt to change color even more then other woods.
Just spitting on your finger and/or wetting a small area will show what the color will be. The call letters are: Ask questions, Test first, Then buy %26amp; finish.
Sorry you went through so much hard work just to end up back at square one. But look on the bright side...Your floors have to look 100% better now, and you learned a good lesson!
They look different when wet and polyurethane keeps the wet look. Maybe he should have put a lighter (whitewash) stain on it. I know it's a lot of work but you need to test first, you are not unique in this problem.
Even clear poly has an Amber cast to it. Plus the color of wood darkens even with a clear sealer, the finish brings out the wood grain.
since you, unfortunately, have to re-finish, here are a couple of things you could do to get the floor as light as possible. after you have re-sanded, go up in grit 1 or even 2 grades finer. the finer sanding you do, the more you will close the pores of the wood limiting penetration of the poly. start with 120 since you are just trying to remove the poly, then go higher 180, 220. if you are switching to water based poly, seal the floor first with a product like this:
http://minwax.com/products/hardwood_floo鈥?/a>
do a small test area in a closet or other inconspicuous area before doing the whole floor. wipe the area with mineral spirits or denatured alcohol. this will show you the final 'color', then apply your sealer and topcoat.
multiple topcoats: 3-5. once you have applied the first, it will not darken further.
Hope that helps, good luck!Why did clear polyurethane turn my oak floor dark?
Too late now! But you should have tried a sample first in a closet to see what the finished product would look like. If the person that sold you your floor finish
told you it would not darken the natural sanded color, he was worng. But if you didn't tell him you wanted them to be lite or blonde you were wrong.
There are clear finishes that will not darken the natural color a great deal, but almost none, without out a specialized application will not darken them somewhat.
It also depends a lot on the type of wood, it's age, and the product's end effect in your particular situation. Hardly any one could tell you that except an experienced wood floor man, but even he would run a test first to be sure of the result. Water or oil base, you should still run a small test. Because Oak is like a spong an is apt to change color even more then other woods.
Just spitting on your finger and/or wetting a small area will show what the color will be. The call letters are: Ask questions, Test first, Then buy %26amp; finish.
Sorry you went through so much hard work just to end up back at square one. But look on the bright side...Your floors have to look 100% better now, and you learned a good lesson!
They look different when wet and polyurethane keeps the wet look. Maybe he should have put a lighter (whitewash) stain on it. I know it's a lot of work but you need to test first, you are not unique in this problem.
Even clear poly has an Amber cast to it. Plus the color of wood darkens even with a clear sealer, the finish brings out the wood grain.
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