Both being fun and financially practical, do-it-yourself (DIY) projects can help you create a cabinet, table, or drawer that feels personal. When doing your wood projects though, don’t forget to include Plasolux Glazing Putty in the Boysen products you will be needing.
You may be familiar with Boysen Masonry Putty used for interior concrete walls. For wood surfaces, the go-to putty or masilya is Plasolux Glazing Putty. It is the product designated for filling minor gaps and correcting surface imperfections. The key difference is that Plasolux Glazing Putty is an alkyd-based product which allows it to be compatible with alkyd-based topcoats.
The Putty for Different Paints and Finishes
Quick Drying Enamel
As mentioned, Plasolux Glazing Putty is formulated to be the putty for alkyd-based topcoats like Quick Drying Enamel. Key features of this topcoat include the durable and colorful finish it provides, while having a curing time shorter than most alkyd-based paints, hence its name. It is the ideal coating for interior and exterior wood surfaces such as doors and cabinets.
Semi-Gloss Enamel
Quick Drying Enamel comes in gloss finish, so go for Boysen Semi-Gloss Enamel if you want a topcoat with slightly less sheen. It still provides the same durability, with Plasolux Glazing Putty as its respective putty. It only comes in white though, but you can still achieve pastel hues through Oil Tinting Colors.
Boysen Flatwood Enamel
Your choice of primer for wood projects is Boysen Flatwood Enamel, but you can also use it as a topcoat for a flat finish. Also made of alkyd resin, pair this up with Plasolux Glazing Putty for correcting imperfection on wood surfaces. Only readily available as white, you may also use Oil Tinting Colors to achieve light hues.
Boysen Bug Off
Plasolux Glazing Putty is also the putty of choice for Boysen Bug Off Anti-Insect Paint when used on wood surfaces. Bug Off contains artilin which is used to ward off mosquitos and cockroaches, precisely as what its name says. When DIY-ing a wooden cabinet, you can consider this when coating the inside section, especially if you plan on using it in areas where you don’t want bugs to gather, such as your kitchen.
Boysen Schoolboard Paint
Writing using chalk never ran out of style. If you ever want to upcycle a piece of plywood, turning it into a chalkboard is a nifty idea. Through Boysen Schoolboard Paint Green, you can give wood surfaces a finish that can be scribbled with chalk—a great item for kids to play with. Of course, Plasolux Glazing Putty accompanies this product which ensures the chalkboard you make is smooth and perfect for playtime.
DECORe Sandino
If you want a decorative finish that is lustrous and charming, consider using Boysen DECORe Sandino. This paint system is easy to implement. No complicated technique or equipment is needed to achieve a shimmering and sand-like look for your walls. You may also apply the finish on plywood walls, just ensuring you use Boysen Flatwall Enamel as your colored basecoat and, of course, Plasolux Glazing Putty as your putty.
Tips for Using Plasolux Glazing Putty
All the aforementioned products are applied (or can be applied) on wood surfaces, so remember to properly follow the painting schedule.
The tools you will be needing to apply Plasolux Glazing Putty is a putty knife, but also prepare sandpapers. These won’t be just for the wood. You can also sand over the dried putty to further ensure evenness on the surface you will be painting on. Don’t forget to dust and wipe the surface clean after.
Be sure to also hammer down nails or deeply screw the screws on the wood to be able to apply putty and have it painted over.
Lastly, because you will be dealing with mostly alkyd-type paints, ventilation is crucial when doing your projects. Check out more tips on the linked article. It is worth reiterating that good ventilation is not just for dealing with the strong chemical smell, but also for ensuring your paint dries properly.
Boysen Quick Drying Enamel: Tips, Tricks, and Advice from Experts
Check out this tutorial on making a crate shelf to see Plasolux Glazing Putty in action. Maybe it will inspire you to create other colorful wood projects.
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