I'm going to be building a replacement top for a coffee table that is over 40 Years. The top will be 39" x 39". I will submit another post about the build in the near future but this is a question about finishing. I've watch some YouTube videos on different way to finish walnut and there's one method that I like.
Walnut has an open grain and I want a smooth, stain finish. To achieve this I'll be using Crystalac grain filler since it dries clear. My question is, after which step do I use the grain filler?
As always, thanks for your help.
- Spray a light coat of water to raise the grain then sand when dry.
- Apply one or two coats of Behlen Solar-Lux Dye, American Walnut cut 50/50 with water to slow the drying time.
- One coat of SealCoat.
- One coat of Old Masters Gel Stain, Dark Walnut
- Poly topcoat
Walnut has an open grain and I want a smooth, stain finish. To achieve this I'll be using Crystalac grain filler since it dries clear. My question is, after which step do I use the grain filler?
As always, thanks for your help.