Unfinished wood is beautiful, and some people love the look of unfinished wood over finished wood. The great thing about finished wood is that you can always stain it and give it a completely different look without having to put too much work into it. Because it’s not covered in a sealant like finished wood, it’s much easier to tackle the job of staining unfinished wood.
Staining can also take a rustic piece and give it a new look common to modern furniture. Ottawa homeowners who want to stain unfinished wood need to set aside a weekend so that everything gets done right and the piece looks beautiful after staining.
Take It Slowly
Before you stain a piece of unfinished furniture, make sure it’s what you really want to do. Staining is permanent, so if you don’t like the result, you can’t reverse it. Before you begin staining, you need to choose between oil based or water based stains. Water based stains come in more colours than oil based, although many people prefer the look of an oil based stain on modern furniture. Simply Wood Furnishings modern furniture stores in Ottawa can assist you with choosing a good stain for your wood furniture, so don’t hesitate to call your local store.
Test the stain on a piece of scrap wood before applying it to your furniture. This lets you see the colour and you can make sure you know how to apply the stain properly. If using an oil based stain, make sure to complete your project in a well-ventilated area, since oil stains do emit fumes. You don’t have to worry about fumes with a water-based stain.
Apply the Stain
You can apply wood stain with a brush or a rag. Apply the stain both with the grain and against the grain to insure that the stain goes deep into the wood. If you wipe the stain immediately after applying, you’ll get a lighter stain. If you wait a few minutes and let the stain soak into the wood, the colour will appear darker. When wiping off the excess, make sure to go with the grain of the wood. For a unique look when staining modern furniture, Ottawa homeowners can mix two different stains together to create a custom color. Just make sure you mix water based with water based and never water and oil.
To find out where to buy unfinished modern furniture in Ottawa, contact Simply Wood Furnishings today!
