It’s a thin finish that requires more coats to build when brushing, but it still yields good. It is however very cost-effective in that it is easy to apply and will give you a beautiful durable finish. How to apply wipe on poly? Is wipe on Poly good? How long for wipe-on Poly to cure?
What is wipe on poly? I like the watco danish oil first and then a few coats of the minwax poly. I used watco wipe on poly recently and the finish seemed softer and the dry time was a bit longer. I prefer the minwax , very easy application with great.
Satin Wipe-On Poly is a durable, clear finish ideal for interior wood surfaces like furniture, railings and trim. Polyurethane formula combines protection with classic, hand-rubbed beauty. Easily apply with a cloth avoiding drips and brush marks.
In fact, Chris Minnick, IIRC, rated it number one in a FWW article on commercial wiping varnishes he wrote several years ago. In my own experience it goes on very easily with a paper towel or, my new favorite, a balled up microfiber cloth. Apply a liberal amount of Wipe-On Poly to a clean, soft, lint-free cloth and rub it into the wood. Then lightly sand entire surface with fine sandpaper (2grit) to ensure an even finish and proper adhesion. One Coat Is 3X Thicker Than Traditional Poly urethane.
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It delivers a har clear finish that protects wood against water, household chemicals, food stains, and wear. Just wipe it on with a cloth ? Wipe - On Poly is easy to apply. No need to worry about drips or brush marks. Other water based polyurethanes on this list take upwards of hours to completely dry.
Sanded entire surface down to 1grit. Wiped down with mineral spirits. Put coats of minwax stain on, wiped with mineral spirits in between coats. For each coat of the poly my process was: wipe on with foam brush, wait 5-mins then wipe down with tack cloth. Unlike the others, it has no amber hue.
General Finishes Arm-R-Seal is formulated for brushing or wiping. It’s slightly less amber than the other oil-based finishes. Initially I was very impressed with the ease of application. Just wipe on, let cure according to label, scuff sand with fine sandpaper, steel wool, or 3M pad. And reapply as needed.
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