Michael Dresdner

Q: Can I use Varathane conditioner with ash before staining to smooth out the stain?
A: You can, but to tell you the truth, ash is not known for being a particularly blotchy wood, so I doubt conditioner would do much. Frankly, ash is one of the easiest woods to stain evenly, so I am wondering [...]

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Q: What product would be best to seal pine timbers and ceiling?
A: For indoor wood, you can use any of the easy to use wipe on finishes, such as Danish oil or wipe on polyurethane. For exterior wood, use a wood siding stain, which, in spite of its name, is also available in clear or [...]

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