Old masters gel stain

Gel stain is great to use on all sorts of furniture projects and it’s hard to believe this is the first time I’ve ever used it. Now that I’ve used gel stain I don’t think I can go back to regular stain.

Can you can stain over stain without sanding or stripping? YES!! Here's the easy steps to restain wood or change stain color without sanding.

Gel stain is a unique stain that can revitalize your old wood furniture or cabinets. It creates a rich and even tone, similar to paint, as gel stain sits on top of the surface. There’s a common misconception that you can’t use gel stain over finished paint. But that’s not exactly the case. As long...

How can I stain white pine to a very dark brown or black? I used oil-based stain but it is not dark enough. Any other approaches?

I’ve used gel stain here and here and here. Love it. What is gel stain? It’s basically a thicker, pudding-like stain, that is much more forgiving to work with than your typical, watery stain. PLUS, you don’t need to sand it down to a bare finish to use it like you would for a typical stain. Yay for gel stain!! The biggest downside is the drying time. That could also be a plus because it give you more time to work with before the wood absorbs it. But would it work on my honey oak bathroom…

Timeless and elegant, Spanish Oak adds mystery and drama. It transforms spaces with its bold ebony shades and commanding presence, while flirting effortlessly with the exotic. Often intimidating, this deep shade can take a room from expected to adventurously brilliant. Add a touch of formality while enhancing other colors in the space with sophisticated shades of black. Old Masters Gel Stain is a highly pigmented, oil-based stain designed to achieve intense colors on interior wood…

Do you want an easy way to update your old honey oak cabinets without the hassle of stripping and sanding? Learn how to gel stain your cabinets on a budget.

This was a first for both myself and my client, can you believe in all my diys I've never refinished a piece with anything other than pai...

American Walnut embodies the richness of chocolate mixed with slight undertones of red wine. A modern twist on classic shades, this boldly confident color brings a sense of rich luxury. American Walnut vividly transforms and highlights wood with depth and artful sophistication. With tremendous staying power, this color will be a part of the architectural landscape for years to come.

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