Why does my finish sometimes crack?

30th October, 2009 - Posted by Meccanator - No Comments

This is often a result of improper drying between coats of finish. Drastic temperature changes during the drying/curing process may also result in cracking. Incompatible materials and insufficient mixing of product are additional sources of cracking. However, the most common cause of cracking is that the coats applied are too heavy. Always allow for proper » Read More

Why is my finish full of indentations resembling an orange peel?

30th October, 2009 - Posted by Meccanator - No Comments

Orange peel is often caused by a lack of proper flow when spraying a finish. Insufficient or incompatible reduction is also common causes. A finish that dries too quickly will often orange peel, especially if improper air pressure is being used to spray.  In serious cases, the problem may be corrected with a rubbing compound » Read More

Battery acid leaked onto my oak wood floor and now it has a circular imprint of a flashlight. I tried sanding, then wood polish. What now?

28th October, 2009 - Posted by Meccanator - No Comments

Advice from a professional suggests a couple problems that make this a difficult situation to reverse. First, the depth to which the acid burned is critical. If it’s down to the wood, then, in most cases, sanding down completely and refinishing is necessary. Read More

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