Finish to Glossy - How do I fix it? - Contractor Talk - Professional Construction and Remodeling Forum

lot249 · 03-02-2009, 12:28 PM

Some suggestions please.

I’ve was contracted to refinish a fairly new piece of furniture with a polyurethane satin finish. My problem is that the finish came out glosser than desired. I’ve dulled gloss finish before with #000 steel wool but it was on lesser quality pieces and I’m a little hesitant using this method for this correction. Unfortunately there is no place on the piece to experiment.

Does anyone have some proven suggestions on lowering the luster and still retain a quality finish?

Thanks.

Steve Richards · 03-02-2009, 12:49 PM

How about another coat of less-glossy poly?

If you're gonna do that, might as well try the steel wool first.

NAV · 03-02-2009, 01:21 PM

reducing the clear coat with a hot thinner can reduce the sheen.

SW sells a product that reduces sheen also. Not many sales reps know about it, it is called gloss modifier D64F100 and that product number is from 2006. I also dont know if it is compatible with all materials. it may only be for SWP - you would have to talk to someone at SW to make sure.

Mr. Mike · 03-02-2009, 01:51 PM

Before you jump off the ledge and volunteer your time riddle me this:

Why or to who is the finish to glossy for? You or the customer?

Who picked out the finish? You or the customer?

I am pretty sure the only way to get a uniform look is going to be to apply 2 coats of a lesser sheen over top what you have on there now, sanding before each coat is a must.

lot249 · 03-02-2009, 03:14 PM

Thank you for your quick responses. FYI, the person asked for a satin finish, which we both agreed, would look best. I selected clear satin MINWAX polyurethane. I’ve used the product in the past and the sheen was what I expected and wanted. NOT THIS TIME.

Thanks again for your suggestions.

eastend · 03-02-2009, 04:14 PM

did you stir ( not shake) well? lots of time the flattening agent settles to the bottom.

LAD · 03-02-2009, 07:01 PM

How about applying a satin or matte furniture paste wax?

Wolfgang · 03-03-2009, 04:55 AM

Minwax will tone down some over time. You could always try some super fine steel wool.

Mr. Mike · 03-03-2009, 10:57 AM

If you both agreed on the satin, then I would not change a thing. Just explain that over time the sheen will get duller and if you would of used anything more dull it would be very dull when it cures. And leave collect your final check.