paints require 24 hours to dry<\/a>. Once it is dry, sand it very gently. This will help the wood to take in the whitewash, but it will also even out any blotchy spots. Then, reapply the additional coats as you did the first coat.<\/p>\nStep 5: Finish<\/h2>\n This step is optional, but a varnished piece will last longer and look more professional. Consider using polyurethane shellac to seal the paint and wood.<\/p>\n
When putting on polyurethane, you\u2019ll want to use a similar application as the whitewashing.<\/p>\n
Always use minimal varnish on the brush. Use long strokes, with the grain, to apply the polyurethane.<\/p>\n
After you\u2019ve applied the first coat of varnish, check for any dried drips. If you\u2019re able, remove them gently with the brush while still wet, but still go with the grain. It should take between four to six hours for it to be properly dried and ready to prep for the second coat.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll want to sand down the first coat with fine-grit sandpaper before applying the next coat (this will also take care of any drips you may have missed). For a wooden wall that has been sealed in the past, you\u2019ll need only two coats of polyurethane, but three coats work best for raw wood.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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