The Secret to Applying Multiple Coats Of Finish - SOLID WOOD DOOR SERIES - Video 5

[radiskull1973]

I'm trying to stain a small file cabinet, I'm using minwax one step Bombay Mahogany, man I have it down to teh shade I want but I cannot get a smooth finish if my life depended on it. I'm using 400 grit sand paper 0000 steel wool a purdy paint brush bought a new can of mineral spirits tack cloth the works, every thing.

[askwoodman]

@radiskull1973 It sounds like your problem is cleanliness and or surface contamination. Steel wool can shred little pieces that get trapped in the finish. Tack clothes contain oils like linseed oil that can leave a residue that makes the finish adhere unevenly. Just use a no load/open coat 320 paper and scratch your surface real well. Then use a lint free pantyhose and a vacuum to clean the surface, and then clean some more. Try a wide foam brush for the flat panels.

[lennyf1957]

I typically use "OOO" or "OOOO" steel wool between finish coats. Your thoughts.

[askwoodman]

@lennyf1957 I don't care for all the little pieces of shredded steel wool that get everywhere.

[BADBRYZ]

Do you have a preference for a brand name? Or is all Tung Oil pretty much the same?

[askwoodman]

@BADBRYZ I am a Waterlox Original Medium Sheen guy. I have been using this for over 20 years as my sole finish. It has the drying agents mixed in as well as phenolic resin to harden the finish. I NEVER use pure tung oil because the drying and setup is unpredictable. I have pieces in my house that are over 20 yo finished with Waterlox that still look great. It is primarily sold as a floor finish, so that tell you how tough it is if applied properly.

[BADBRYZ]

@askwoodman Awesome, thanks for the advice.

[sachapd]

Great video, and very funny. thank you from Germany (US Soldeir)

[askwoodman]

@sachapd Thank you for watching and for commenting on my comedy stylings. Do you have time and opportunity to do some woodworking in the base facilities? Keep in touch and stay safe. Allan

[askwoodman]

Thanks cochise1971. There are many more videos coming soon. If you subscribe to my channel you will be notified. Thanks again.

[cochise1971]

great videos that you are making

[askwoodman]

Thanks for the comment. I am happy to answer any questions that were not clear in the videos. I hope your project turns out great. Allan

[almfoto]

Thank you for producing these videos, in just 30 minutes I've watched 3 of your videos and become a lot more confident about starting the tung oil portion of my project. I've got a table that needs some TLC and I'll probably do that too. Simple and easy to understand video's, I felt like I was in High School Wood Shop again.