Painted vanity problems
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Rachel Lynn | queenbeeofhoneydos.com on Apr 26, 2016Next time use a spar urethane or a marine grade sealer such as Waterlox. Follow the recommendations per the sealer that you choose, as far as paint types. However, an oil based paint is typically a better paint (in general) for getting a tough finish. In addition, a stained (rather than painted) and sealed surface won't be as difficult to get a perfect finish. Keep in mind that the environmental conditions plays a role in the outcome. Temps, humidity, etc. Temps are best between 60-80 degrees, give or take. (Too cold and the paint won't dry quickly enough, too hot and it dries too fast to get a smooth finish). Let each coat dry thoroughly and sand between coats. If at all possible, allow it to cure for as long as you can before reinstalling. The ring around the faucet base looks like a chemical reaction between the metal and the surface. When you reinstall that faucet, make sure there is a plastic washer between the two. However, this could also be caused by the finish being heated over and over when hot water is run. In which case, you would want to make sure that the water line is not touching the wood where the hole was drilled. But, I am betting on that being a chemical reaction. Wish I could explain in more detail, but that would take an entire tutorial. :-) Hope this helps.Helpful Reply
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Tru on Apr 26, 2016You might also try a 2-part epoxy finish that they use with surf boards. It cures in sunlight or a UV light. That can take the ocean battering it so it should work for you. Good luck and congratulations on your project!Helpful Reply
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William on Apr 26, 2016You needed to paint with a latex enamel paint. Not the same as latex acrylic paint. Then finish coat needs to be a clear waterborne finish. This means it repels water. Apparently you used latex acrylic paint and the polycrylic is just a water based finish clear finish. Good luck!Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Apr 26, 2016It appears what you used in the bathroom was not moisture proof.Helpful Reply
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Johnchip on Apr 27, 2016Unfortunately to fix you will have to redo and take the long steps to strip and refinish all over the right way. If you do, use 'Marine" (boat supply) products varathane. I personally would look into having stone piece cut and made for the top and be done with your problems. For now though you could simply add a decorative washer under the faucet to cover the stain.Helpful Reply
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Beth H. Makemeprettyagain.blogspot on Apr 28, 2016what everyone has said about the water part is true. The area that has yellowed around the faucet gasket is water discoloration. You really need to strip off the finish and paint and redo it. (I know, not what you want to hear). Any oil based poly is going to yellow. Water base poly's usually won't. However, they are not meant for areas that get water. You need a marine grade varnish that is meant for boats and outdoor. The paint you use should also be able to take the water. An oil based exterior paint would work and then coat it with a spar varnish. Wood expands and contracts with moisture and temp changes. Poly top coats do not. That's why you see those cracks and fissures. As the wood moves, the poly cracks. A marine spar varnish allows for movement. If it were mine, I would have a stone top (or granite, quartz, tile, ceramic, slate, whatever you like) made to fit on top of that and call it a day. A wood top for a bathroom sink is not a good choice. You can find many remnants for a cheap price. Or, get a piece of cement board to put on top and tile on top of that. Frame with bull nose tile pieces or a wood frame.Helpful Reply
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Enjb on Apr 30, 2016You might use a marine grade paint. It is geared to resist damage from constant water contact. I used it on a bathroom picture window over the tub. That was several years ago and I have no damage at all.Helpful Reply
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CK on May 02, 2016Here's a thought. Check out this link to faux granite film. I've not used it myself so I cannot attest to it. But it's worth a look. https://ezfauxdecor.com/Helpful Reply
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