Two questions in one:
Just coming to the end of a big extension build and have lots of new internal light oak doors to finish. Faced with the huge array of varnishes, stains, oils and waxes I'm at a loss as to which would be best to use
Prefer the natural look and colour of the wood, satin or matt appearance and need something that can cope with lots of people traffic (4 kids and friends!) and be easily wiped down and repaired if damaged!
Second issue is that original woodwork (doors, skirting and staircase) appears to be pine, stained to a dark oak. I do plan to paint some of it but is there any way to reduce the dark colour on what remains to blend in more with the newer lighter doors? Realise that when finished and over time the new ones will darken up a bit but the contrast is huge at the moment.
All helpful suggestions gratefully received.
Just coming to the end of a big extension build and have lots of new internal light oak doors to finish. Faced with the huge array of varnishes, stains, oils and waxes I'm at a loss as to which would be best to use
Prefer the natural look and colour of the wood, satin or matt appearance and need something that can cope with lots of people traffic (4 kids and friends!) and be easily wiped down and repaired if damaged!
Second issue is that original woodwork (doors, skirting and staircase) appears to be pine, stained to a dark oak. I do plan to paint some of it but is there any way to reduce the dark colour on what remains to blend in more with the newer lighter doors? Realise that when finished and over time the new ones will darken up a bit but the contrast is huge at the moment.
All helpful suggestions gratefully received.