Pro Sanding Tips: Master the Prep, Master the Finish
Use these field-tested sanding tips to reduce labor, improve uniformity, and get flawless results with hardwax oils. Rule of thumb: For most species, finish sanding at 120-grit to keep the...
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Pro Sanding Tips: Master the Prep, Master the Finish
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How to make wood stain samples
Today we are going to discuss making wood stain samples using Oil Plus 2C sample bottles. Great colour samples are immensely important to the customer. If the colour sample is...
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How long does Rubio Monocoat last?
Quite simply: a wood surface that is finished with Rubio Monocoat’s hardwax oil can last indefinitely when cared for properly. But what does “cared for properly” mean?
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How to Create a Cerused Wood Finish
Cerusing, or liming, is a wood finishing technique that creates a two-toned look, where the open grain of the wood is accentuated against a contrasting base colour.
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How to Refinish Wood Furniture
We explain the process of stripping, preparing/sanding, and refinishing a wood furniture project with Oil Plus 2C to achieve a beautiful, natural, hand-rubbed wood finish.
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Hardwax Oil vs. Polyurethane
How does a polyurethane wood finish compare to a hardwax oil wood finishing product? As we compare the differences, the following topics will be covered: Film Build & Aesthetic, Appearance,...
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Rubio Monocoat receives Gold Label Certification from Eurofins
In 2018, we took our commitment to the next level by adding the Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort Gold label to our certificates. This label guarantees you, our customer, that our products will continue to...
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What is hardwax oil finish?
Hardwax oil wood finishes are typically manufactured from a mix of one or more vegetable oils and one or more waxes; the formulation may also contain a range of additional...
