How long after stain to varnish

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calvin
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How long after stain to varnish

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Finally applied the filler stain to the decks of the Grady..how long should I wait to apply the first coat of thinned varnish to seal it?
LancerBoy
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Post by LancerBoy »

A few days - depending upon heat and humidity. I use Old Salem Sealer on top of the stain, before applying any varnish.

Andreas
calvin
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Post by calvin »

Do you thin the sealer for thr first coat?
LancerBoy
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Post by LancerBoy »

I do not thin the Old Salem Sealer. I do thin the subsequent coats of varnish.

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