Polyurethane is a great top coat for several home projects, creating a tough protective layer that can withstand all sorts of bangs and scrapes. How you apply polyurethane, however, can make or break ...

We'll break down whether or not different kinds of polyurethane are waterproof for you.

You'll often hear debate about which chemical finishing product is superior: polyurethane or lacquer. Certainly, each finish possesses its own advantages and disadvantages, which I'll outline below to ...

Varathane’s water-based polyurethane can be touch-dry in as little as 30 minutes and is ready for a second coat after 2 hours, though full curing time is 3 days. The result is a hard, scratch- and ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- You'll often hear debate about which chemical finishing product is superior: polyurethane or lacquer. Certainly, each finish possesses its own advantages and disadvantages, ...

Q–We have an outdoor balcony or deck that we`d like to cover with a protective sealer. Should we use polyurethane varnish? We`d like to protect it from rot and want to retain the present tan color of ...

Q:I am refinishing some wood floors and furniture with polyurethane varnish. How can I prevent tiny pieces of grit that form on the finish? Are those gritty pieces in the varnish or in the air? A: ...

Varnish protects and beautifies wood grain furniture, but it's difficult to apply without getting streaks or drip marks. Start with a high-quality natural bristle brush and you're halfway to a smooth ...