Polyurethane Vs Polycrylic | Which is best for your project?

Polyurethane vs Polycrylic...How are they different and which clear wood sealant should I use for my next DIY woodworking or painted furniture project? If you're a beginner and confused about which wood finish to use as a top coat, this video is for you! I'll walk you through three popular finishes - oil-based polyurethane, water-based polyurethane, and polycrylic. Learn when to use, how to apply and how to clean up each.

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[Pat]

Thank you. Best info. re the three polys. Just what I needed. Wanted clear [non yellowing], for minimum usage table. Polycrylic for me. I know I'll have to work fast. haha. Thank you.

[kristawunsch]

Hi, thanks for the great info! Which one is best for dark colored painted furniture like a bedside table?

[lubazeltov]

I need to seal wood coasters with some wood burned design, so they should be water resistant and withstand some use. But they are a light colored wood, so oil-based will ruin the color. I mean, I don’t mind if they get some amber tone in case it’s not too dark, but I have no experience with oil based sealers🤔
What would you recommend in this case?

[robbutler]

Painted my handrails going into the basement white. They will get used by people going downstairs to hold on to while going down steps. I don’t want the white paint to peel or get eatin up by hand oils and such, water based poly or polycrylic for the stair hand rails?

[bakevision]

Hi! I will customize and hand paint a lunchbox (not for a kid), but it will be used a lot 😅, do you recommend one of these for that purpose?

[earthqueen]

Which one could I use for sealing my glitter glasses?

[fionajohnson]

So which one is better for dark coloured paint?

[electrovoltmce]

Can I use Minwax Lacquer Sanding Sealer and an acrylic paint?

[mikefennema]

Cay you apply Polycrylic over old Polyurathane when refininishing?

[zerakkanabi]

Hi. which of then can i use with expoxy resin to remove cloudy on surface .

[natashat]

How do you decide on the sheen of the polycrylic? I see at least three: clear gloss, clear satin and clear matte. Which one should I use for my light gray painted bathroom cabinets?

[naboribenitez]

Great information.. I have a question though... If I am going to paint a formica countertop and using a rustoleum paint for countertop, what should I use as a protective sealant?

[jessicaaa]

I just painted my kitchen cabinets with a Black satin and now want to add a top coat to prevent the fingerprint stains. I used an oil based paint. What do you suggest? And also a brush on or spray can?

[alisajuarez]

I have a factory finished dining table that I’d like to add polyethylene for durability. Right now I use a clear vinyl cover and I hate the look. What would you recommend? Wipe-On Poly or aerosol? Looking for a satin finish and the table is pre-stained/factory finished etc. Thank you!