Wood Stripper vs Sanding: What Actually Works Better?

Wood Stripper vs Sanding: What Actually Works Better?

Kristen Coffey

Sanding and stripping both remove material from the wood. Their purpose is slightly different. Sanding is a mechanical process and grinds down the surface. Stripping is a chemical process and breaks down coatings and lifts them out of the wood. 

 

Why Paint Fails on Exterior Wood

Why Paint Fails on Exterior Wood

Kristen Coffey
It can be easy to always blame the product when your paint is failing on exterior wood. Once you start to see peeling, cracking, and blistering, yo...
Best Fence Paint for Long-Term Performance

Best Fence Paint for Long-Term Performance

Kristen Coffey
A Fence Paint for Long Lasting Performance  When choosing a fence paint, the first thing that comes to mind is; what color do I want? Then comes th...
All About Log & Timber Stain: Before You Buy It

All About Log & Timber Stain: Before You Buy It

Kristen Coffey
  If you own a log home or cabin, or any heavy wood structure, then you already know the care and maintenance are different. This is more than a fe...
How to Prep Wood for Staining: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Prep Wood for Staining: Step-by-Step Guide

Kristen Coffey
Prepping wood for staining is one of those things that isn't an option, it’s a must. It determines how long your job or project will last or daily ...
How to Choose the Right Transparency Stain for your Project

How to Choose the Right Transparency Stain for your Project

Kristen Coffey

When choosing the right stain, it’s important to consider more than just the color that fits your project. You’ll need to consider matching the product to the wood, the environment, and the performance you expect over time.

Oil-Based vs Water-Based Stain: Which Should You Use?

Oil-Based vs Water-Based Stain: Which Should You Use?

Kristen Coffey
Choosing the right stain isn’t just about color,  other factors can impact how your project performs over time.  For contractors, the wrong choice ...