Wood Varnish – My Wood Gear

What is Varnish? Your Complete Guide

Thomas Steven — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:44:13 +0000

If you’ve carried out a few DIY projects that have a wood-centric focus, it’s likely that you’ve used or heard of varnish. But, many people don’t really understand what varnish is and how it should be used. Answering the question, what is varnish? This can be difficult because there are ...

Wood Varnish vs Stain Understanding their Differences

Thomas Steven — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 11:29:00 +0000

Applying a protective coating to wood is a tried and tested approach that has been used for centuries. This is usually a stain, paint, or varnish followed by a finish to preserve the surface. But, many people don’t understand the difference between a wood stain and varnish which prevents them ...

Water Based Varnish vs Oil Based Varnish – Which One Should I Use?

Thomas Steven — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:50:00 +0000

Water based varnish vs oil based varnish, they are both used to finish wood products. Finished wood with an appropriate varnish is the best way to make the workpiece more attractive and durable. But which type of varnish should you choose? An oil-based one or water-based varnish? Applying an oil-based ...