Fantastic Stained Wood Countertop
What you seal it with depends on how you will use it.
Stained wood countertop. The counters wont look much different at this point just perhaps a little more intensely grained. If youre using an oil-based stain use a wood conditioner meant for oil-based stains. Each countertop is unique with naturally occurring variations in color grain patterns and the organic features of real wood.
Depending on the wood species you choose your countertop can be made up to 1-¾ thick 72 wide and 15 long. I was using a water-based stain so usedthis wood conditioner. Adding a stain can enhance the color and grain of a wood countertop but youll pay 5 to 10 percent more than you would for the same species in its natural state.
Sealing it protects it from that exposure as well as prevents staining and a build-up of bacteria. Superclear Premium Amazing Clear Cast Epoxy Pourable Resin Epoxy for Wood Tables Concrete Countertop Sealers Orgone Epoxy Resin Molds - 1 Gallon 2 Part Epoxy Resin Kit. We recommend visiting with a Lowes paint and stain specialist for tips on finishing with oils or varnishes based on your specific needs.
If youre using a water-based stain use a wood conditioner meant for water-based stains. RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU. Our wide plank countertops are made with random width wood planks glued together running the full length of the countertop.
Wood is a porous material subject to expanding and contracting when exposed to moisture and humidity.