I use water based clear finishes a lot. I like Varathane interior water based diamond polyurethane in sating luster. I can get a good deal on on the same product, but for floors (says on a can). Floor variant contains aluminum oxide dust to resist wear. I believe that's only the difference between them. Is it bad to use floor variant for cabinets or AO dust will make big difference in final look? Any other thoughts?
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I found the major difference is that the floor versions are more durable. They may be cross linked, and/or catalyzed. They dry clear, and don't yellow. You might try Parks Pro Finisher, sold in Home Depot. Very good for a retail product.
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Some waterborne polys dont look good over dark stain. It gets a blueish tint. I am not sure about the product you mentioned. Just do samples to make sure everything is what you want before the real deal. Then you will not be guessing and will have some practice on the material your using.I think therefore I .....awwww where is that remote.Comment
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A good point to do samples, and allow them to completely cure to see the final finish. That holds for any type of finish. The blueish tint or even a cloudy look can be from too heavy of an application. I find spraying waterbased polyurethanes produces the best finish. If spraying items that are laid out flat, it's easy to apply too much. Allowing the finish to "pool" or "puddle" so to speak can lead to that tinted look.
If that happens it may just clear up when completely cured, which won't happen in the first hour. It could take days. I get the best results by spraying articles that are vertical, and applying several thin coats. Large flat type items like doors can benefit from this, and the edges are "hit" when each side is sprayed.
I use plenty of lighting, so I can see the "wet line". With some practice, getting a good application is making passes to the "wet" stage without getting runs. I use the lighting to keep a glare on the passes.
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