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i'm going with minwax polyshades. cabot also makes a stain & polyurethane in one application. i noticed there are 3 questions about how to mix stain & polyurethane on this site. all 3 are unanswered. i was researching the topic & i've seen reference to a polyurethane stain kit. can't find out what a polyurethane stain kit is. my tenant left behind an opened can of minwax polyshades. i tried some of it out & i think it looks fine. i sanded some of the scratches & paint stains out, put on a coat of natural wood stain & i'm using the polyshades as an overcoat. there are still some scratches but it looks a lot better than it did before. the polyshades should help mask some of the scratches & give it a more even tone. bottom line - it's really difficult to find information on how to mix stain & polyurethane so the minwax & cabot all in one products look good to me. i wish they came in sizes larger than a quart, but easier to go pick that product up than to continue looking for information that indicates what a polyurethane stain kit is & how to use it.
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Can you put polyurethane over deck stain?
Can you put stain in polyurethane to darken the color?
How do you remove polyurethane from a stain door without removing the stain?
You don't. You will most likely have to restain after stripping.
How do you get a juice stain out of hardwood floors?
The secret to getting a juice out of hardwood floors is to try to get to the stain before it sets into the wood. A water and vinegar mixture can be used to remove a juice stain from hardwood floors.
Will polyurethane lighten stain on wood?
No, it will not lighten stain, just add another layer. The only way I have ever been able to lighten stain is to sand it off carefully.
Does oil based stain require a polyurethane finish?
No. You can use lacquer on oil too. Varnish will work well with oil stain as do any of the wax finishes
Can you tint poly with a little stain?
Minwax makes a product called Polyshades that has stain and polyurethane mixed together. It is not meant for floors. Adding stain to polyurethane will cause the chemicals to be deluded. It will not bond correctly and possibly not dry at all.
Can you put polyurethane over deck stain?
Can you put stain in polyurethane to darken the color?
Can you put polyurethane on laminate floors?
Always hate to answer a question with a question, but sometimes it helps.. Why would you want to do that & what does it get you?? Laminate has a stain proof surface and the Polyurethane wont stick long term, My belief & experience is that what you propose wont work..
Can you clean polyurethane wood floors with ammonia?
No, it is not recommended to clean polyurethane wood floors with ammonia as it can damage the finish. It is best to use a mild soap and water solution or a cleaner specifically designed for polyurethane wood floors.
How do you remove polyurethane from terrazzo floors?
To remove polyurethane from terrazzo floors, you can use a chemical stripper specifically designed for removing polyurethane coatings. Follow the instructions on the product carefully, and make sure to ventilate the area properly. After stripping the polyurethane, clean the terrazzo floors with a neutral pH cleaner and rinse thoroughly to remove any residue.
Removing polyurethane on laminate floors?
You would use a vacume
Can you use a polyurthane over piece of furniture that was refinished with minwax one step stain?
Yes, you can use polyurethane here. It will actually set better over the Minwax.
Can you apply polyurethane to pergo floors?
No! Polyurethane needs a porous surface and because pergo is not, you would only ruin the floor.
How do you remove polyurethane from a stain door without removing the stain?
You don't. You will most likely have to restain after stripping.
How do you get a juice stain out of hardwood floors?
The secret to getting a juice out of hardwood floors is to try to get to the stain before it sets into the wood. A water and vinegar mixture can be used to remove a juice stain from hardwood floors.
How long do you leave house after applying polyurethane to floors?
After applying polyurethane to floors, especially oil based, it takes a minimum of 24 hours before you can think about walking on it. As long as it is putting off an odor, it is still curing.
Which is better polyurethane or urethane for wood floors?
Polyurethane will give a long lasting easy to apply finish. Use a water based polyurethane ans clean up will be much easier. You should get years of wear from a good polyurethane finish.
