Wooden Chair...What 'finish' after the stain has dried ?

Question

I have an old (maybe a library) chair - stripped of all old paint.
There is one coat of Minwax Wood Finish stain on it.
The can says it 'Penetrates,Stains, & Seals'
What should I do next ?
The chair will be used everyday as a normal chair...
(not something to rest a transmission on)....
Thanks!!!

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Even though the can says it seals you should still put a non yellowing polyurethanne on the piece for extra protection.

Roberta Stewart-Fite · Answer

You've done well to seal the wood, now you must seal in the stain. Minwax also offers a fine line of Polyurethane products. Matte, Satin, Gloss and High Gloss. You choose. Also, it will deepen the look of the stain. Read the directions on the can. OR... they have other brands of spray polyurethane. Make sure you are in a well ventilated area while applying either. Enjoy the day.

UpState · Answer

Does MINWAX say 'non-yellowing' on their cans or.... is there another way to differentiate it from 'yellowing' ?

Glaynebaker · Answer

The above postings offer excellent suggestions as to products. You will also need to decide on a gloss level, with the higher glosses offering a more modern look. I'd suggest a low gloss or matte finish for a traditional library chair.

Helenk · Answer

You can also wax it with a clear or an antiquing wax. That is how I finish everything that I paint or stain, including chairs, wax.

Michael · Answer

3 coats poly satin use 4.0 steal wool between coats

Duv310660 · Answer

For a chair with spindles and curves, I do use and recommend minwax 'wipe-on poly' especially for beginners because it's so easy to use. It comes in satin or gloss, and you can build up very light coats so it does not have that heavy polyurethane/plastic look and feel. If you use the satin, you can also finish up with a little wax to get a really soft antique kind of glow, or buff it up to a glossy vintage shellac-type shine. I use 300+ grit sponges (not blocks) to easily sand any detail between coats - goes fast on legs or turned ornament.

Marion Nesbitt · Answer

You could also use spray on acrylic poly non yellowing. Make sure water based like your stain. I used spray on Zinzer 123 primer and spray on topcoat for the spindles on a stair railing. Easy - no messing around spindles, no brush marks, etc.

UpState · Answer

Thank you everybody !
Will opt for the Minwax water based polyurethane...maybe try the Semi-Gloss.
Have a great day !
Have a great Holiday Season !

Paul McMain · Answer

based on the picture of the can of stain, the stain is oil based. Generally speaking you should then follow with an oil based poly also from Minwax. You can use water based poly but the stained wood should be thoroughly dry. I normally wait about a week. Sometime mixing brands of stain and top coats (poly) can get you into trouble. I have encountered this before. Minwax does make a wipe-on water based poly that I like but it is not carried locally where I live so I had to order off of Amazon.

Annie · Answer

If I should accidentally sit a transmission on the chair would I still be able to refinish it a second time?

Diana Deiley · Answer

I'd use a wipe on Polyurethane in a satin finish. Easy peasy application. It is oil based but is a wonderful protective coating.

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