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 renovate a countertop finished with Oil Plus 2C
A renovation with Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus 2C is a simple process that brings the surface back to life without requiring major sanding. The renovation process is recommended if you need to...
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White Stain Colors - What's the difference?
Rubio Monocoat is known for its wide range of colors available in the Oil Plus 2C product. At the time this article is written, there are 55 colors available. Whitish...
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How to make wood stain samples
Today we are going to discuss making wood stain samples using Oil Plus 2C samples. Great color samples are immensely important to the customer. If the color sample is not...
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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 color.
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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,...
