Concrete home with readiform

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Re-learn how to use roller

Re-learn how to paint for best result

Drywall Primer

More on Cherry

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At least three and perhaps four or even five coats are needed to provide protection in harsh areas like a kitchen. I wouldn't hesitate to use a water based product on your new cabinets, and as a top-up coat (or two) on your old ones after roughening the existing surface with 240-grit sandpaper.

Varnishing Cherry

The best way is to use Shellac but all the solvents you use to apply are carcinogenic.

We opted for Polycrylic MiniWax. Here is what happens to Cherry over time and problems with blotches, link. Cherry becomes redder as time goes.

You don't need pore filler unless you are working on Oak or Mahogany.

Sensor Technology

Here is a Swiss company link of indoor sensors, link.