Gel stain works on most surfaces from wooden to metal and even painted surfaces can be gel stained.
Gel coating wood.
Because gel stains have such a high solid content they look like they don t need a sealer but they really do.
Oil stain is that traditional stain will penetrates the pores in the wood.
Generally speaking it is much easier to use gel stain to achieve a darker wood color on a previously finished piece of wood than it is to get a lighter color.
The primary difference between gel and a traditional stain is that gel stain sits on top of the wood while a traditional stain sinks in.
Unlike traditional oil and water based stains gel stain is very easy to apply by wiping it on with a brush versus having to rub it in like most stains.
Layering coats of gel stain per manufacturer directions will result in a more opaque finish that is darker and shows less of the woodgrain.
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As a result it lets some of the wood s unique markings and.
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On the downside gel stain is not available in as many color options as traditional stains.
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This is great if you have a nice piece of wood or don t have any wood filler in holes.
Another advantage of gel stain vs.
Proper application of gelcoat eliminates the need to call a specialist and increases the product s life significantly.
The gel stain is thick like pudding not a liquid.
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With the oak cabinets the grain was very evident post staining.
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Think of stain as color and top coat as protection.
However with gel stain you can save money by using a lower grade of wood because it s depth of color will cover any imperfections.
Gel stain will not require you to sand the product to a raw wood finish.
Applying first coat of gel topcoat.
Gelcoat is a great product that has been used by many to repair small cracks on multiple surfaces effectively.
The brush should be unpainted with a natural bristle and wood handle.