04 Wood Refinishing
Oils, Stains & Waxes
The latest technologies and expertise are utilized to finish or restore wooded decor as it is an arduous process of stripping, sanding and staining that can be both messy and time-consuming. Assessment is a necessary component to dictate how much of the surface needs to be cleaned, repaired or replaced.
Various finishes can be applied for the desired effect. Artisans typically finish with oil. Danish oil is a polymerized linseed oil with a touch of polyurethane has been added to the mixture for durability. The net effect is a satin finish that is protective allowing the natural beauty of the wood to shine through. A Lacquer Finish can add a nice sheen.
Custom staining is best for matching existing pieces. Because wood, patina, yellowing shellacs, sun bleaching, oxidation, etc. changes a finish over time, it is in the range versus an exact match. For cabinetry, we opt to paint or apply very dark stains, which require a lacquer top coat to seal in the color.
Sometimes, light stains are chosen for delicate wood like mahogany and white oak pieces to brings out the best of the wood's unique character. Other times, colors that mirror the tones of a period are created to add depth in with layers of different colors, rather than just one coat of custom stain. Often, an aniline dye stain on as the first step. Then several layers of wiping stain are applied and then finish with a top coat. This layering enhances the refraction off the piece, giving the finish a feeling of depth.
Bleached pine paneled room
Pine Paneled Room
Pine Paneled Room
Pine Paneled with Decorative Stain
Oak paneled room with subtle wax finish
Pine Panels, Molding and Custom Shelving
04 Wood Refinishing
Oils, Stains & Waxes
The latest technologies and expertise are utilized to finish or restore wooded decor as it is an arduous process of stripping, sanding and staining that can be both messy and time-consuming. Assessment is a necessary component to dictate how much of the surface needs to be cleaned, repaired or replaced.
Various finishes can be applied for the desired effect. Artisans typically finish with oil. Danish oil is a polymerized linseed oil with a touch of polyurethane has been added to the mixture for durability. The net effect is a satin finish that is protective allowing the natural beauty of the wood to shine through. A Lacquer Finish can add a nice sheen.
Custom staining is best for matching existing pieces. Because wood, patina, yellowing shellacs, sun bleaching, oxidation, etc. changes a finish over time, it is in the range versus an exact match. For cabinetry, we opt to paint or apply very dark stains, which require a lacquer top coat to seal in the color.
Sometimes, light stains are chosen for delicate wood like mahogany and white oak pieces to brings out the best of the wood's unique character. Other times, colors that mirror the tones of a period are created to add depth in with layers of different colors, rather than just one coat of custom stain. Often, an aniline dye stain on as the first step. Then several layers of wiping stain are applied and then finish with a top coat. This layering enhances the refraction off the piece, giving the finish a feeling of depth.
