Just dip the rag in the gel stain and wipe onto the stair treads.
Java gel stain floor.
Now for the problem.
Sealed with general finishes pro image flooring topcoat for total protection.
It took me 5 days to complete my project.
Let each coat of gel stain dry at least 24 hours.
3 coats java 2 coats polyurethane sand as above for the polyurethane.
Oak banister makeover this tutorial demonstrates how to stain and paint a banister without stripping and minimal sanding using general finishes gel stain and.
I was really happy with the look even though it took a lot longer to get all the pieces to look alike.
Yes i did waste much precious time completely sanding my bathroom floor down but my next big flooring project is my kitchen.
We stained the doors hanging this made it much easier as we could finish both sides without having to wait for the opposite side to dry.
Your basic stock laminate cabinets with an orangish color to them.
Apply the gel stain wait about 10 minutes and wipe to remove the extra stain.
This one is the most general finishes java gel stain faqs.
Then literally just work in into and onto the wood.
Since the office was on the project list for 2016 yes i make project lists i decided it was as good a time to finally finish it up.
You re going to be amazed at the difference a little java gel stain can accomplish.
You need to work in small areas.
I currently have 2 coats of general finishes gel stain java on the cabinets after much doing and redoing.
I waited 24 hrs then sanded 220 grit very lightly to remove any raised grain or dried dust particles wiped it down with a slightly damp rag before re coating.
If your gel stain isn t dry your next coat will rub off the previous coat.
The process has not been as easy for me as it sounded but i have muddled through.
If it feels sticky it s not dry.
Angela daniels revitalized her staircase using java gel stain.
General finishes is the first company to manufacture a complete water based wood floor finishing system for the residential commercial and sports floor industry.
The great thing about using a gel stain is it will sit on a vertical surface without dripping.
After a little more research i discovered that gel stain can be used to stain floors and it can be done with minimal sanding.
Using the sock i rubbed the gel stain until each coat looked even making sure to get under the rail and in the little crevices.