Re: [ATM] Varathane

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From: Dominic-Luc Webb <dlwebb@canit.se>
> 
> One further point.... I seem to remember long ago finding
> polyurethanes with integrated stains, eliminating the need
> for any staining undercoat.

I am sorry, but this is for amatuers, or folks looking for the quick and easy way of finishing wood.  PolyShades by MinWax are good for touch-ups on nicks and scratches, but they will never compare to the depth and beauty that a real stain and finish will bring to wood.  Since the don't penetrate, they don't produce the translucence you see in a fine finish.  They are little more than clear, colored paints.

As for your common polyurethanes, any of them should go over an oil (i.e. solvent) stain without a problem.  I've been doing this for 30+ years without a mishap.  As was mentioned earlier, there was probably something wrong with Richard's stain or it may have been a bit too cool to apply it and give it time to dry properly.  I have stained many pieces on Saturday morning  (I never stain pieces in the evening) and put a poly coat on Sunday....not a problem.  

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Dan F.
Memphis, TN

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