How to Seal Painted Furniture without Streaks // 3 Tricks for a Perfect Finish

I'm sharing my top three tricks for getting a perfect streak-free finish every time you seal furniture (even on dark colors!)
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[@betseywilson2437]

You are by far the clearest and most informative source I've found, and I've been painting and sealing furniture for over twenty years. Kudos and thanks!

[@malauniab5692]

Super helpful! Thank you!!!!!!

[@pamelabailey6663]

Wow! Thank you. This was amazing! I am a new subscriber.❤

[@LarryThomas-m6t]

Thank you for this very helpful video. What is the name of the blue sponge you're using. I'd like to order some. Thank you.

[@graceowens3214]

Thanks for the tips! Can you use these sealants for furniture painted with oil based paint? I am looking into using a water based polyurethane for my sealer but am not sure if I can use it on the oil based paint I painted the piece with

[@annawilliams7116]

Thank you! this was super helpful!

[@LovelyEtc]

So glad it was helpful!

[@sharmainesepehr1749]

Hi there! This video is really helpful, thank you. I just wanted to ask whether this same method and sealers would work okay over decoupage paper?

[@LovelyEtc]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! Yes, you should be able to follow the same process with decoupage paper. Of course, be sure to check the instructions for the paper first.

[@jenniferwright9606]

I’m looking for a sealer to used over Lowes Cabinet & Furniture paint (oiled-enriched enamel). I looked into MinWax Polycrylic (water based) and they said to let the paint cure 30 days first. Is there something I can use before the 30 days (do you always wait this long?) Is this necessary bc of putting water based over oil-enriched paint?

[@LovelyEtc]

I have a few articles about topcoats that you may find helpful. They are www.lovelyetc.com/best-top-coats-for-painted-furniture/ www.lovelyetc.com/best-topcoats-white-furniture/ www.lovelyetc.com/top-coats-for-black-furniture/ However, I always say to follow the recommended instructions. You can use the furniture gently initially but I would wait the 30 days especially if it is something that is used daily like a dining table. Hope that helps!