How to Use Deglosser

Deglossing is essential before you can repaint furniture or any other wood surface.

The primary role of a deglosser is to prepare the wooden surface for painting or refinishing.

A deglosser helps remove the glossy layer and roughen the painted surface, making it easier to apply new paint without the paint dripping off.

 So, are you wondering how to use deglosser?

Deglosser Uses

A deglosser has many uses. For example, you can use a deglosser to remove varnishing on furniture, as a stain remover and many other uses.

Apart from these surfaces, you can apply a deglosser on walls, on cabinet or on wood to remove glossiness and prepare for repainting.

When you need to repaint a varnished or over stained trim, you may need to apply a deglosser.

Using this liquid sandpaper on trim ensures the best results from your repainting or finishing project.

How to Use a Deglosser

Here is a step by step guide for the use and application of a deglosser.

• Cleaning and Removal of Dirt - Before applying a deglosser on a surface, it is essential to ensure it is dirt free. A deglosser works better on a cleaned surface. Therefore, it is essential to wash with water and soap or dust the surface before you begin deglossing.

• Dry the Surface - It is always advisable to wash the surface a few hours before you start deglossing. However, you may need to dry the surface if you plan to apply the deglosser as soon as you are done washing. Moisture can significantly affect the performance of the liquid sandpaper. For that reason, you may need to wipe off excess moisture or let the object sit on the sun for several minutes before you can apply the deglosser.
  
  
• Apply the Deglosser - Once the excess moisture dries off, application is the next step. Deglossing is as simple as applying the deglosser on the surface using a cloth and then rubbing. For better results, use a lint-free piece of cloth to apply the deglosser on the surface. Rubbing removes glossiness and roughens the surface, creating a bonding area for the application of new paint.
  
  
• Stand-by - Once you are done applying the deglosser, you need to let it sit on the surface for as long as indicated by the manufacturers. While waiting, you can re-apply the liquid sandpaper on areas where the initial application did not reach.
  
  
• Removal - Removing the deglosser is the final step of deglossing. It is essential to read the manufacturers’ instructions before removal as the procedures may vary from one to the other. The most common removal procedures include washing with water or wiping with a dry-clean lint cloth.

Right now, you must be asking, ‘is deglosser better than sanding?’ The answer is yes.

Using a deglosser is better than regular sanding as it is easier to apply and safer to use.

Additionally, utilising a deglosser eliminates the need to clean up dusty particles from the surface once you are done.

If you have an object with groves and intricate designs, regular sandpaper may not be your best option.

For these reasons, deglossing is better than conventional sanding.