No brush marks, drips, runs, bubbles, hairs, dust or orange peel—and beautiful results every time. For most furniture projects, it doesn’t get easier than using a wipeon/rub-offfinishing process. This two-step method eliminates all the usual problems because rubbing offall of the finish that isn’t absorbed by the wood leaves no wet film in which the problems can occur. The clear and important difference between this method and all others (including wiping on and leaving a film build) is the rubbing off. No attempt is made to build a film on the surface of the wood. Rubbing offthe source of all the problems is the big trick.
The wipe-on/rub-offmethod avoids time spent cleaning brushes and it dramatically reduces or eliminates sanding between coats. There are some limitations, though. This method can produce only a satin to semi-gloss finish and the finish itself won’t be waterproof (see “One Drawback,” on page 62).
Finishes suitable or formulated for wiping on and rubbing offare widely available. They offer convenience, but you can also easily concoct your own wipe-on/rub-offfinish. Thinning out an oil-based brushing varnish is one way. In fact, just about any finish can be wiped on and rubbed off, as long as it doesn’t dry too fast. Shellac, lacquer and most waterborne finishes fall into this fast-drying category; they get sticky before you can rub them off.
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