Everything you need to complete this dresser
- No sanding or stripping required
- Top Looks and feels like a genuine wood finish because it is
- Renaissance Chalk Finish Paint for the base in Snow
- Water based, ultra low VOC, virtually no order. Can be applied inside
- Easy clean up with soap and water
How To
- Clean surface and allow to completely dry. Wipe down with denatured alcohol or mineral spirits if the surface has ever had furniture wax or polish on it.
- Apply Retique It® liquid wood with a paint brush, roller or paint sprayer using long even strokes.
- Allow up to 2 hours to dry. Use soap and water to clean up drips and spills.
- Apply any wood stain, color of your choice, to obtain the desired finish. Follow the wood stain manufacturer’s directions on the back of their can.
- Apply a top coat, such as Retique It® Polyacrylic or a polyurethane to protect the finish. Use a top coat designed for the durability required for surface use.
NOTE: One layer of Retique It® will give subtle grain. For directions on how to achieve a heavy grain using a graining tool go to graining.RetiqueIt.tv
FAQs
Q: What's brand of stain works best on liquid wood?
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We have found Varathane® Premium Fast Dry stain to be the easiest and cheapest wood stain brand to work with. With an absorption time of 1 to 3 minutes it really takes the guess work out of how long you want to leave it on before pulling it off. (Varathane can be found at The Home Depot) |
Some colors of MinWax® wood stain do not absorb well into our liquid wood product. The ones that do require 5 to 15 minutes to absorb. We do not recommend using MinWax wood stain products with Retique It® liquid wood. |
Q: What surfaces will liquid wood work on?
A: Retique It® Liquid Wood can be applied to anything from furniture to steel doors, laminates, masonry, PVC, MDF, glass and more. All of these and more can be turned into beautiful stained products. Liquid Wood will not adhere to Silicone or other petroleum based products.
Q: Do I need special tools to apply liquid wood?
A: No, liquid wood can be applied with a standard paint brush, paint roller or paint sprayer at 4-6 mils thick.
Q: How is a wood grain achieved?
A: Brush or Spray On Wood grain will vary with choice of brush and technique. As you apply the product with a brush, the brush strokes create a surface that will appear as wood grain when the stain is applied. If you use a sprayer, you will not achieve the wood grain, because there are no brush strokes, however you will still have a beautiful solid wood appearance.
A: Using a graining tool takes it to a whole new level if you want a pronounced raised grain. If you want a contemporary look you will likely not want to use a graining tool.
Q: How do I prepare my surface for liquid wood?
A: Preparation is important with this product just as with any other paint or stain. Remove any loose paint, dirt, grease, or other undesirable content for best results. Patch any unwanted holes or grooves in your project with putty or non- shrinkable painters caulk. This product will not adhere to silicone caulk.
Q: Can I use liquid wood for outdoor projects?
Only if the sun does not directly shine on it. Liquid wood does not have protection against the UV rays of the sun. If you are using it for a project that will be in a covered area exposed to the elements, but not the sun, then you can use a spar varnish to protect the finish.
Q: How long until the liquid wood is completely cured?
A. Each layer of liquid wood should be fully dried and cured within 2 hours. Check your wood stain and sealer for absorption and dry times.
Q: What type of sealer of poly should I use?
A: The sealer you should use varies depending on the durability a your project requires. The general rule is to use the type of sealer you would if you were protecting a wood finished piece.
For Cabinets / Furniture / Walls
A: Retique It® Polyacrylic, or any polyurethane product.
Flooring / Counter tops / Table tops
We recommend using a poly/sealer made for flooring. Fiddes Hard Wax Oil is made for flooring yet it is food safe.