Jepara furniture – Using varnish to beautify wood is a common practice among craftsmen. They usually apply varnish at the finishing stage to enhance the appearance of furniture and provide longer-lasting protection. Varnish can also be applied to old furniture that has lost its color and looks worn out.
When choosing varnish, you must ensure that the type is suitable for the furniture. Consider whether the varnish is intended for indoor or outdoor furniture, teak wood, Jepara carved furniture, or valuable collections. However, some people who restore old furniture for exhibitions often use acrylic varnish or resin to achieve a plastic-like finishing appearance.
Old Teak Wood with Natural Resin
Many wood craftsmen produce furniture from teak wood. In Indonesia, Jepara craftsmen are well known for using teak wood as their signature material. The older the teak wood, the higher its value. Teak wood aged more than 50 years can be worth thousands of dollars.
Although the process of crafting teak furniture is challenging, craftsmen continue to produce elegant pieces despite the difficulty. Teak wood contains natural resin oil, which makes finishing more demanding but also contributes to its durability.
Over hundreds of years, the natural color of teak wood may fade, and its resin content gradually decreases. During the rainy season, fungi and termites may begin to attack furniture, especially when teak furniture is placed on terraces, backyards, or gardens.
When furniture becomes old and worn out, it is important to understand how to restore the “youth” of teak wood.
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How to Apply Varnish for Old Furniture
Varnishing is one of the easiest and fastest ways to renew old furniture. A single coat of varnish can significantly restore the appearance of wood while providing stronger protection than natural resin alone.
Before starting, research the most suitable varnish for your furniture. Water-based acrylic varnish is a popular choice because it dries quickly, produces minimal odor, and is easy to apply. The final result is a transparent finish with long-lasting shine.
For furniture that has been placed outdoors, shellac varnish can be an option. If you want to enhance the color of old teak furniture, you may use a sanding sealer followed by wood stain.
Begin by applying sanding sealer, followed by wood varnish to achieve an even and transparent finish. The next step is applying wood stain to enrich and sharpen the color of the furniture.
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