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Can I put water based polyurethane over linseed oil?
From contributor C: Those two compounds are not compatible. Water based poly does not require a sealer. Also, linseed oil takes a very long time to dry sufficiently for top coating.
Can you mix oil and water based polyurethane?
Oil and water don’t mix. Water-based poly can have adhesion problems when applied over an oil-based stain that’s not thoroughly cured. That’s why you should always apply a barrier coat of dewaxed shellac to seal oil-based stain. Zinsser SealCoat is a dewaxed shellac available at most home centers and hardware stores.
What happens if you put oil based polyurethane over water based polyurethane?
Flooring wholesalers and veteran floor finishers agree that you can recoat water-based poly with oil-based as long as the original coating has completely cured—generally 30 to 60 days. You’ll have to lightly buff the old finish with a power buffer to prepare it for the new polyurethane.
Should I use oil or water based polyurethane for table top?
As a result, oil-based is often considered the best polyurethane for tabletops. To retain that appearance of lighter wood, you may want to choose a water-based polyurethane. Water-based products provide a clear finish over wood. They dry more quickly, which means you can finish the overall project faster.
Can you put polyurethane over Old English?
The short answer is “Yes, if it’s the right oil, and you let it dry first.”
What is the best polyurethane to put on a table top?
What is the best polyurethane for a tabletop? Minwax 233334444 Polycrylic Water-Based Protective Finish is the best polyurethane for a tabletop. It’s durable, dries fast, and adds a beautiful finish to the tabletop.
What can you put on top of linseed oil?
If you use boiled linseed oil, you can topcoat it with any finish once it cures enough. One finish that’s very popular and provides very good protection goes like this; Sand to 180, remove the dust, and apply a light coat of oil (linseed, tung, danish oil, varnish, etc.)
Can you use water based polyurethane over boiled linseed oil?
Having said that, if you have the equipment and skill, use a pre-cat lacquer. It is durable, water white and much easier to apply, maintain and repair. Also, strip that water based poly off and stay away from linseed oil unless you are going to be using an oil-based finish.
Can you use water based polyurethane with Blo?
Water-based poly isn’t compatible with BLO. Now this furniture maker has to strip off the poly and apply a more suitable top coat. October 1, 2010 I built a dining table out of solid walnut and wenge. I finished it with boiled linseed oil and then put a first coat of water-based polyurethane on it.
What’s the difference between water based and oil based polyurethane?
Water-based polyurethane is, on the other hand, thinner but harder. A water-based poly, therefore, can easily scratch. Cost: Cost is the significant difference between these two based and o amazing formulas. Usually, you will find water-based polyurethane almost twice as expensive as the oil-based one.
Do you need a sealer for water based polyurethane?
Water based poly does not require a sealer. Also, linseed oil takes a very long time to dry sufficiently for top coating. Most likely it was not fully cured. It sounds like you built a beautiful table. If you are not a finisher, I would suggest having it professionally done.