I am working on a customer project that requires a clear coat finish applied to OSB board. Im planning on using poly but I'm fairly sure the OSB will soak it up.
I'm wondering if I should apply a sealer coat of shellac or go another route. Any suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks
Ernie
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I drive my architect crazy by calling it disoriented strand board? Is this for indoors? If so, how about hitting it with a little MinWax conditioner first (assuming you're using an oil-based poly).
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Ron question is critical. What is it and how will it be used?
Winwax conditioner will only give the poly more trouble sticking than it already has on its own.
Scott
Finishing is an 'Art & a Science'. Actually, it is a process. You must understand the properties and tendencies of the finish you are using. You must know the proper steps and techniques, then you must execute them properly.
The project is indoors; basically Im mounting a hardwood plaque to the osb board. I plan on using oil based poly unless there is a better alternative.
Thank you
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OSB is not particularly more absorbent than solid wood. I just built some platforms for a stage production and coated them with flat black waterbased paint. There was no problem with application.
Just roll or brush the poly on and you will be fine.
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