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I recently saw a dialog online initiated by Katie Hill asking where one could find 12″ brushes for applying a poly finish on new hardwood flooring. Everyone keeps suggesting using lambs wool applicators, which I know about but I’m not interested in this method — I want to apply the poly with a bush — I know it’s harder and more labor-intensive, but I want the brushed finish. So, can anyone advise us where to find 12″ brushes? Thanks so very much if you can.
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Not trying to be hard to get along with here but if poly is applied correctly, it levels itself and brush marks are not visible. I ask you now to explain the visible difference between brushed and lambs wool pad. I have booth finishes right here in front of me and I can't see a difference. That should be your goal, no brush marks. Another draw back is laps in the finish if you have a big area to cover with a brush.
Sorry but I've never seen a 12" brush in my travels. I've seen plenty of 6"s.
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I recently saw a dialog online initiated by Katie Hill asking where one could find 12" brushes for applying a poly finish on new hardwood flooring. Everyone keeps suggesting using lambs wool applicators, which I know about but I'm not interested in this method -- I want to apply the poly with a bush -- I know it's harder and more labor-intensive, but I want the brushed finish. So, can anyone advise us where to find 12" brushes? Thanks so very much if you can.