margie12u
Indiana
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| Posted: Mon Apr 20, 2009 7:09 pm Post subject: Outdoor bench |
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Hello Everyone, My sister gave me an old outside bench, But it needs a new paint job, What I need to know is can I seal it with polyurethane? Will this keep it safe all summer? And then ill put it up in the winter. What do you all think?
Thank you Margie 
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Jewell
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Puget Sound Region of the Pacific NW (Washington State, US)
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| Posted: Tue Apr 21, 2009 4:45 am Post subject: |
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I've used polyurethane on several pieces of furniture and been happy with the outcome. It takes several coats, but the water based types are fairly quick drying. I am partial to the satin finishes for a more natural wood look, but that is definitely a personal decision.
I even made a wooden counter top and used the polyurethane on it. It has held up well.
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margie12u
Indiana
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| Posted: Sat May 09, 2009 10:42 pm Post subject: Help bench problems |
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Hi Gang did you all see my bench in my garden? It was that old yellow and messed up , Ok then I painted it that country red and put stencils on it, Do you all think it looks ok to set in my garden? or is it way to bright.It looks better than it did but it still isn't what I wanted.I thought about redoing it but I don't know. Whats you think?
( photo / image / picture from margie12u's Garden )
( photo / image / picture from margie12u's Garden ) 
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FlowerFreak22
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Georgia
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| Posted: Sat May 09, 2009 11:08 pm Post subject: |
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I think it looks wonderful. What a nice paint job you did; I especially like the little lady bugs. It should make a fine edition to your garden.
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Netty
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Southern Ontario zone 5a
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| Posted: Sat May 09, 2009 11:17 pm Post subject: |
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Great job... I love it!
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Tina
Seattle,WA
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| Posted: Sat May 09, 2009 11:52 pm Post subject: |
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I think it looks great.
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eileen
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Scotland
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 12:23 am Post subject: |
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I really like that red with all the gardening themed stickers. A really lovely piece of furniture now that you've painted it Margie.
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petunia
northern michigan
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 1:01 am Post subject: |
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You did a great job. I like the 2 watering cans.
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daisybeans
annapolis md
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 5:27 am Post subject: |
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I agree. It's adorable and will be a nice addition to your garden or porch. Very nice to have a hand designed item there.
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Govig
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 11:20 am Post subject: |
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Wow - fantastic job with your bench
I think it is a great statement of fun as its bright and I love the bugs etc. Personally I wouldn't change it - your garden undoubtedly will have lots of color in it so its likely that it will compliment the overall look.
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kuntrygal
Texas ~ Zone 8
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 12:59 pm Post subject: |
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I wouldn't change a thing. Think it looks great, Margie!
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bunkie
eastern washington
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 2:00 pm Post subject: |
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wow! it's beautiful and whimsical with all the little watering cans, etc... on it. very bright and cheery!
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daisybeans
annapolis md
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Whimsical is the perfect word for it!
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Biita
Norway
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| Posted: Sun May 10, 2009 2:11 pm Post subject: |
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I really like that!! I think you did a great job, and so talented. Keep it the way it is. Thats a beauty.
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