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Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 7: Applying the Varnish
For a smooth final finish, you need good brushing technique and thin layers.
Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 6: Sanding and Touch Ups
Hide blemishes and prepare the surface before applying the protective top coat.
Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 5: Applying Pigment Stain
Learn how to apply the second layer of color and finesse it until you get the affect you want.
Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 4: Mixing Pigment Stain
Decide on your stain color, then mix it with a glaze base for easier application.
Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 3: Sealing with Shellac
Lock in the dye before adding more color.
Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 2: Mixing and Applying Dye Stain
A concentrated dye is used to create a ground color.
Finishing an Exterior Door, Ep. 1: Sanding and Prepping the Door
Although often rushed or skipped completely, hand-sanding is a crucial step when staining or painting a wood door.
Fabulous Finish for an Exterior Door
Beautify a wood door with dye, stain, varnish, and a commitment to doing the process right.
Keep Your Paintbrush Wet
A common job site tool can help to temporarily store a paintbrush in wet paint.
Drying Racks for Finishing
My painting contracting business specializes in custom homes and restorations, and we finish a lot of siding and trim prior to installation. In order to dry large deliveries, we build…

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