I was really happy with the look even though it took a lot longer to get all the pieces to look alike.
Java gel stain floor.
This one is the most general finishes java gel stain faqs.
3 coats java 2 coats polyurethane sand as above for the polyurethane.
You need to work in small areas.
Your basic stock laminate cabinets with an orangish color to them.
It took me 5 days to complete my project.
If it feels sticky it s not dry.
Just dip the rag in the gel stain and wipe onto the stair treads.
Angela daniels revitalized her staircase using java gel stain.
The process has not been as easy for me as it sounded but i have muddled through.
If your gel stain isn t dry your next coat will rub off the previous coat.
Let each coat of gel stain dry at least 24 hours.
Sealed with general finishes pro image flooring topcoat for total protection.
I currently have 2 coats of general finishes gel stain java on the cabinets after much doing and redoing.
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.
Yes i did waste much precious time completely sanding my bathroom floor down but my next big flooring project is my kitchen.
The great thing about using a gel stain is it will sit on a vertical surface without dripping.
You re going to be amazed at the difference a little java gel stain can accomplish.
The color is off in these photos because i had the hall and stairway light on you don t even really have to worry about swirl marks applications marks etc as you are applying it.
Then literally just work in into and onto the wood.
Maybe i m behind the 8 ball in just learning this but i m completely stoked.
Now for the problem.
After a little more research i discovered that gel stain can be used to stain floors and it can be done with minimal sanding.
You ll see this happening and quickly want to stop.
Apply the gel stain wait about 10 minutes and wipe to remove the extra stain.
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.
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.