Can i use a spraycan clear coat for a piece of furniture, instead of using varnish?

would i get better results or worst resultsCan i use a spraycan clear coat for a piece of furniture, instead of using varnish?
Yeah, it depends on the spraying ability. You must put on a number of thin layers 3 and let them get tacky between coats. Then let that dry out for a day or so and then inspect. If it is ruff, you may need to hit it with fine sandpaper, wipe clean and spray again two times. That should do you.Can i use a spraycan clear coat for a piece of furniture, instead of using varnish?
You can, but that's just what it will look like,a spray clear coat. Use the varnish that you brush on. Yeah, I know it's a real pain in the but,but if done right, you'll have a finish you'll be proud of for many years. Bye
Yes, but, you still have to sand lightly and repeat. That's why I quit doing chairs.
You can get a good finish w/ either method.


Big fan of ';old school'; finishes.


When you say ';varnish'; do you mean varnish?


Commonly available ';spar'; varnishes like McKloskeys are durable but are relatively soft.


Basically, they ';give'; with the wood rather than chip in the original marine uses.


Not a bad way to go if you do not want to hunt for the harder varnishes used on furniture.


As everyone mentioned multiple thin coats %26amp; the ';in between'; work is critical for any finish.


Spraycans can be very good.


Some even come with a spray tip that produces a fan spray rather than a fat round spray that produces the overspray mentioned.


In any event, the ';old timers'; used brushes.


The brushes needed will cost you some money but will give the best results.


A real painter's supply store or online supplier is best bet for finding them.


This type of finish needs to be built up %26amp; rubbed in between


w/ fine bronze wool to start %26amp; then pumice or rottenstone.


Nothing wrong w/ spraycans to get the first coat or two on to seal the wood.


Used spray equipment on most pieces simply because it was faster %26amp; I had to make a buck.


No getting around ,it you still have to do the prep %26amp; in between work.


With patience %26amp; some research for more tips you can expect


excellent results.
I've used both.. and the spray isn't easier unfortunately. The mist creates more roughness that needs to be buffed out between coats. It goes on easy.. but the prep before the next coat is definitely worse than just brushing it on. Plus the spray is way more expensive. You'll get a nice even coat with a brush and a can of varnish.. and it'll go quicker in the long run. Get some rubber gloves to make it more bearable. The spray can also go places you don't want it, including up your nose. As far as painting goes.. I love spraying.. but it's not an easy fix for varnish. Good luck!