How to Use Varnish to Finish Wood

By TurtleDog, 

Varnishing wood is not very difficult but it does take a little patience as you are all but guaranteed to do more than one coat. That said, it give the wood a nice, protected finish. Read on to learn How To Use Varnish to Finish Wood

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

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     Be sure the wood surface your are going to varnish is free of dust and dirt. Be sure the old finish is removed (bare wood)
   • 2
     The next step is to use the varnish as a primer or a sealer. Find yourself a good lint free cloth...
   • 3
     Put a rubber glove on your hand in order to keep the varnish off.
   • 4
     Dip the lint free cloth into the varnish. You don't have to dunk the whole cloth, just dip enough to start spreading onto the wood.
   • 5
     Work the varnish along the grain of the wood. Don't work against the grain. Repeat the above steps until your entire surface is covered.
   • 6
     Let the varnish dry thoroughly.
   • 7
     Get some light/fine sandpaper and lightly sand over the varnish. This will remove any dust or debris that may have settled on the varnish as well as smooth out any imperfections
   • 8
     Then get yourself a paint brush and reapply the varnish again working along the grain. Varnish the entire surface using the brush.
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     Let dry and then admire your work!