Q&A for How to Apply Varnish

Sanding is the main method when it comes to removing varnish. If sanding doesn't do it and you need a little bit of help, there are always paint removers. With paint remover, you apply it, wait for 15 minutes to let it work, and then just scrape it off. After, you come back with the sander to completely eliminate the varnish.

Even though there are a lot of people that have non regular food cravings, often classified as pica, you should still ask a doctor. Varnish is not good for your health.

Yes, as it smooths, cleans and opens the pore.

Apply thin, sand, apply even thinner and sand. You are filling pores, smaller and smaller.

You should apply sealer, let it dry for at least one hour, then sand it with 320 grit sandpaper before applying varnish.

This will usually be listed on the can. Some use paint thinner, some use a mineral oil, and some use water. Fumes, technique, and finish vary somewhat.

You can't apply varnish to paper, as varnish is only used on wood. But you can certainly laminate paper if you're looking for a covered piece of paper.

Dust, or vacuum, the furniture thoroughly. Evenly apply a thin coat of varnish to the wood surface. Let dry and do as many coats as possible.

Usually, you start with 80 then progress to 120, 220, 400 and 1200, but it depends on your dedication.

Yes, you can.

Either apply thinner coats of varnish, or ensure the surface where you are applying varnish is horizontal (it may, however, drip on the sides).

No. You will need to sand the polish off first, otherwise the varnish won't stay on.

You can continue with the varnish. People add thinner for the first two coats so that it will dry and sand faster. If you skipped thinning, just make sure the varnish has fully dried before sanding.