How do I de-nib polyurethane after it dries but still maintain its …
Mar 18, 2016 · How do I smooth polyurethane after it dries but still maintain its finish? In general you don't just sand, you then polish the surface. Wet-sanding will reduce the scratch pattern …
how to fix very light scratches in polyurethane finish?
Apr 23, 2017 · Re the finish being relatively soft, fresh varnishes shouldn't see any use for about a week to 10 days. Then light use for the first 2-4 weeks. After that period the final stage in the …
How do I remove scratches between layers of polyurethane?
Sep 9, 2015 · The problem started after scuff sanding prior to the 2nd coat of finish,,using steel wool, which left surface scratches and blushing in the finish. At this point I need to remove the …
How can I fix or avoid streaks with wipe-on polyurethane?
Mar 24, 2022 · I then added three coats of wipe-on satin polyurethane with a white cotton t-shirt (24 hours between coats with a light sanding; can shaken before use). However, each time the …
Do I need to sand off old finish completely before applying …
Aug 25, 2019 · If the finish looks patchy now, do I need to sand it all down in order to get a consistent look? In other words, after I apply oil-based polyurethane, will it retain the patchy …
best way to remove polyurethane finish? - The Gear Page
Aug 24, 2007 · When we all talk of poly bodies we are usually referring to polyester, not polyurethane. Polyester is essentially epoxy. Heat gun is the best way to go. You can rent one. …
Can I use #0000 steel wool for final polish of water-based …
I've stained and applied 4 coats of Varthane water-based polyurethane in matte finish. I applied each successive coat after lightly sanding between coats with 400 grit sandpaper and …
How to fix polyurethane finish peeling off furniture
Sep 10, 2020 · How would I go about removing the surface scratches? I've seen articles suggest either sanding the entire polyurethane finish and applying another coat or sanding, applying a …
How to get rid of pick scratches and finish swirl marks?
Assuming it's poly, if you have a decent orbital buffer, get good quality polishing and cutting compounds. Remove all possible hardware, knobs, even the neck if it's a bolt on. If you arent …
Best way to remove finish/paint from a guitar's body?
Jul 14, 2006 · Hey all. Any recommendations for the best way to remove paint & finish from a guitar body before refinishing it? Obviously I want to minimize loss of wood...