drewskie Posted October 9, 2009 Report Share Posted October 9, 2009 I'm in the slow process of restoring my free tub. The wood cabinet is looking pretty shabby so I am trying to fix it up. I have started to sand it, but I am unsure of what to do next. I am thinking of primer, and some outdoor spray paint, followed by some weather seal. Will that work? I do'nt need it to look perfect, but I am not sure if spraypaint would work for the wood. Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnepr Dave Posted October 9, 2009 Report Share Posted October 9, 2009 It can't hurt it! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsSpas Posted October 9, 2009 Report Share Posted October 9, 2009 I'm in the slow process of restoring my free tub. The wood cabinet is looking pretty shabby so I am trying to fix it up. I have started to sand it, but I am unsure of what to do next. I am thinking of primer, and some outdoor spray paint, followed by some weather seal. Will that work? I do'nt need it to look perfect, but I am not sure if spraypaint would work for the wood. Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsSpas Posted October 9, 2009 Report Share Posted October 9, 2009 I'm in the slow process of restoring my free tub. The wood cabinet is looking pretty shabby so I am trying to fix it up. I have started to sand it, but I am unsure of what to do next. I am thinking of primer, and some outdoor spray paint, followed by some weather seal. Will that work? I do'nt need it to look perfect, but I am not sure if spraypaint would work for the wood. Thanks for any help. Hello, I have learned that when restoring panels it is best to use wood stains used for fences since the oils in the protect, then use a water sealer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony Posted October 10, 2009 Report Share Posted October 10, 2009 I'm in the slow process of restoring my free tub. The wood cabinet is looking pretty shabby so I am trying to fix it up. I have started to sand it, but I am unsure of what to do next. I am thinking of primer, and some outdoor spray paint, followed by some weather seal. Will that work? I do'nt need it to look perfect, but I am not sure if spraypaint would work for the wood. Thanks for any help. Hello, I have learned that when restoring panels it is best to use wood stains used for fences since the oils in the protect, then use a water sealer. I agree. If the panels are original, they are most likely either redwood or cedar. Penetrating stains work well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewskie Posted October 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 I think I am going to go with the stain. Just one more question, after I sand it, do i just stain right over that and call it a day, or am I missing some steps? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnepr Dave Posted October 11, 2009 Report Share Posted October 11, 2009 Do you know what the panels are made of? Is there paint on it already or is it wood grain? My side panels are just gray painted OSB siding, if they start getting worn looking I'll just paint them. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewskie Posted October 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 Thanks dave, I know they are real wood, it has a gray finsih on it, that I was told is a soild stain. I am going to re-do the stain i think, but I'm not sure of teh exact steps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnepr Dave Posted October 12, 2009 Report Share Posted October 12, 2009 When I painted stained house siding, I just washed it and put the stain right on top the old stain. I't's been years and no problems. The people at the paint store really are experts, ask for their help. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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