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Finishing Materials That Are Commonly Used in Decorating Bamboo
Finishing Materials That Are Commonly Used in Decorating Bamboo
1. Filler - these are applied on wood to fill up cracks, holes, and grooves.
2 Kinds of Wood Fillers
a. Paste Filler - It comes from silex, raw linseed oil, and turpentine. It
has colors such as natural, red, or golden oak. White paste filler are
used to fill in big cracks and grooves or wood.
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b. Shellac - this is a kind of varnish that dries up easily and is not waterproof. It comes from lac
gum diluted in alcohol. Shellac is available in white or orange color.
2. Stains - The common wood stains used are oil stain, water stain and spirit
stain which are named after the solvent used. Stains are sold in different colors and shades. The
easiest to apply on wood is oil stain. The hardest one to apply s the spirit stain because it dries up
easily.
3. Paint - A finishing material most commonly used on wood. Paint prevents moisture on the wood
which causes decay. Paint beautifies wooden objects and makes them easy
to clean.
Effects of Innovative Finishing Materials and Creative Accessories on the Marketability of Finished
Product.
FINISHING EFFECT
MATERIALS
Prevents moisture on the wood which causes decay Beautifies wooden objects and
1. Paint makes them easy to clean
A good stain can
1. Enhance the natural beauty of the wood
2. Stains 2. Add color and character to the wood
3. Make one wood type look like another
4. Color different woods to look similar to each other
1. It gives the wood a shiny glow, it also blocks up the tiny holes in the wood.
2. This prevents the wood from absorbing the water which can cause it to swell, rot
3. Varnish and sell quite badly.
1. Refinishes furniture 4. Sandpaper 3. Smoothens wo
2. Brightens old brass 4. Removes rust
1. Gives a protective layer, a pleasant color, and a durable finish that will remain for a
long time.
5. Enamel 2. Provides excellent coverage and color retention
3. It provides resistance as well as rust preventive properties.
1. Gives woodwork and furniture a rich, antique appearance
2. Brings out the rich warmth of wood grain so that finished surfaces look soft and
6. Shellac natural.
Methods of Enhancing/Decorating Products: