Towne Furniture - Finishing Instructions

Towne Furniture

Finishing Instructions

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Sand the piece well with 220 grit sandpaper. Make sure to sand with the grain.
Brush the piece off to remove the sanding dust.
Apply a thin coat of paint with a sponge brush.
Paint will dry in 2-6 hours, depending on air temperature.
Apply a second coat of paint the same way.
It will take a minimum of 2-3 coats of paint to create a opaque finish that hides the wood grain. If you are applying more then 2 coats, sand lightly between coats with 400 grit sandpaper.
After the final coat of paint has dried, apply a coat of clear finish with sponge brush. Only apply enough to provide a wet film on the piece, do Not over-brush.
The clear finish will take between 2-4 hours to dry, depending on the temperature.
Apply a second coat of clear finish directly over the first coat.
After the second coat has dried, smooth the piece with 400 grit sandpaper and apply another coat
Continue repeat the last step until the piece has developed your preferred luster (usually 4-6 coats.)
After the final coat of clear finish is dry, sand lightly with 400 grit sandpaper like before, then use a polish such as Howard's Orange Oil to remove the dust.

Stir all products well before applying! Do not shake.
Old T-shirts work great for wiping cloths, they are a lint-free material.
When sanding, or wiping off stain/clear finish, always go with the grain of the wood.
Foam brushes are disposable and can't be cleaned, but they will last for your entire project. To keep them from drying out between coats, put them in a ziplock bag and place them in the refrigerator.
You can substitute #0000 steel wool in the place of the 400 grit sandpaper when smoothing between coats of clear finish. This is easier on items like chairs with small rungs or slats. DO NOT use steel wool on water based finishes, it will result in rust residue.
Wear old clothes and some kind of rubber gloves when working on a peice. Common latex gloves are too thin and will tear, use someting thicker like a dishwashing glove.
Regardless of whether the product you are using is oil or water based, always do the finishing in a well ventilated area.
Most problems can be avoided by not trying to "rush." Take your time.
Finishing furniture is more fun if you have a partner to work with. Recruit your friends, spouse, kids, or siblings!