Category: Wood Work

  • What Sandpaper to Use Before Gel Stain?

    What Sandpaper to Use Before Gel Stain?

    Hey there, my name is Joe and I’m here to share with you my hilarious and slightly embarrassing tale about sandpaper. You see, I recently decided to give my kitchen cabinets a facelift with some gel stain. I had watched a bunch of YouTube videos and read a ton of articles about the process, so…

  • Can You Use a Foam Roller to Apply Gel Stain?

    Can You Use a Foam Roller to Apply Gel Stain?

    Hey there, it’s your boy Joe here and I’ve got a funny story to share with you about using a foam roller to apply gel stain. So, I was refinishing an old set of kitchen cabinets and I decided to use gel stain for the first time. I had heard that it was easy to…

  • Can You Use a Rag to Apply Gel Stain?

    Can You Use a Rag to Apply Gel Stain?

    Hey there, it’s your boy Joe here and I’ve got a funny story to share with you about using a rag to apply gel stain. So, I was refinishing an old coffee table and I decided to use gel stain for the first time. I had heard that it was easy to use and gave…

  • How Long Do You Let Gel Stain Sit Before Wiping Off?

    How Long Do You Let Gel Stain Sit Before Wiping Off?

    Hey y’all, it’s your boy Joe here and I’ve got a funny story to share with you about gel stain. So, I was refinishing an old dresser for my bedroom and I decided to use gel stain for the first time. I had heard that it was easy to use and gave a nice, even…

  • Should You Sand Between Coats of Gel Stain?

    Should You Sand Between Coats of Gel Stain?

    Hey there! My name is Joe and I’m here to talk to you about something that has caused me no end of frustration in the past – sanding between coats of gel stain. As a DIY enthusiast, I love nothing more than taking on a new project and making it my own. But man, let…