Question 1

Do I need to put a poly acrylic top coat over this product? Thank you!

Accepted Answer

You really should. The top coat will protect the hard work you just did painting the piece. And it's easier to clean when there's a nice smooth, glossy surface.

Question 2

will this knock down the yellow tone of my golden oak cabinets? or should I try their gel stain for that?

Accepted Answer

This glaze product dries very fast. it is for sticking in the ridges, cracks and edges of your work to provide depth and maybe an aged look. It wouldn't be best used to coat like a stain although you can.  Van Dyke brown will tone down the color if it's too yellow but the Gel stain will give you more "open" time to work with the piece.  Not sure if you have a single piece or many surfaces.  Cabinets should be treated with a stain that won't dry fast to allow you to take it off if it doesn't look good. Or layered in thin coats to get the effect your looking for.

Question 3

I have a China hutch that I want an antique look can apply this directly over the stain that's on it or do I need to sand it off and start from scratc

Accepted Answer

For antiquing, I apply directly over the paint or stain and then wipe off the excess.  Only if the wood is damaged (scratched or gouged) would you need to start over, but those very "faults" can increase the antique look.

Question 4

I want to age parts of my newly painted buffet. Is this what I am looking for?

Accepted Answer

This product is AMAZING.  It can be however, there is a skill to it that I would advise practice several times on a less expensive scraps of wood.  As a perfectionist myself, I was not able to achieve it.  I ended up with the most beautiful black kitchen cabinets myself, and finished them with the water base clear coat of the same line, and the best way I can describe my cabinets to the touch is: Lux buttery delicious (if that makes any sense).  Try this: apply a mix of vinegar previously soaked with wool fibers (YouTube it) to a lightly sanded surface (free of clear coat) and this will age the surface of the stained wood according to it's natural texture. This worked for me however, fell in love with the jet black look instead which I kept.  Hope this helps.

ASIN	B00JJ33OY8
Base Material	water
Best Sellers Rank	#97,124 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #216 in Household Stains
Brand Name	General Finishes
Coating Description	Water-based
Color	Van Dyke Brown
Compatible Material	Wood
Container Type	Bottle or Jar
Coverage	Multiple coats
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,313)
Finish Types	Satin
Included Components	Item
Item Dimensions	4.5 x 4.5 x 4.88 inches
Liquid Volume	1 quarts
Manufacturer	General Finishes
Manufacturer Part Number	QTVDB
Material Type	water based
Model Name	B068-L Quart
Model Number	B068-L Quart
Number of Items	1
Opacity	translucent
Paint Type	Water Based
Size	1 Quart
Surface Recommendation	Wood
UPC	606016102037
Unit Count	32 Fluid Ounces

General Finishes Water Based Glaze Effects, 1 Quart, Van Dyke Brown

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