How to stencil?
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Bonnie Burns
I'm planning on stenciling a wood coffee table. How to make it durable and protect the stencil? Can I use any paint for the stencil and what is the best compatible protective coat? Varnish, wax; brush-on, spray? First time stencil project, can you tell?
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Bonnie, you can use pretty much every paint for stenciling. Chalk paint is a great option.
If you want extra protection for your table, apply two or tree coats of water-based poly. It is more resistant than wax.
Here is a good tutorial. https://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/furniture/how-to-upgrade-an-ikea-lack-table-with-an-easy-to-use-inlay-stencil-38627626
How To: Upgrade an Ikea Lack Table With an Easy-To-Use Inlay Stencil
Hi Bonnie! I like a clear coat sealer like this one:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HQME2R2/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
My fave sealer is Gator Hide from Dixie Belle. It is water based, and easy clean up.