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Application Ease

Customers generally have positive opinions about the ease of application for this product, with many praising its smooth finish and easy application process. However, some customers have had difficulty achieving a uniform finish and found it more time consuming compared to other products they have used.

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Streak Resistance

Customers have mixed opinions on the streak resistance of General Finishes Arm R Seal Top Coat. While some report excellent results with no streaking, others have struggled with significant issues of streaks and the need for extensive sanding between coats to achieve a uniform finish.

Drying Time

Customers have mixed opinions on the drying time of the Arm R Seal Top Coat from General Finishes. While some report that it dries quickly, others find that it leaves streaks and requires extended waiting times between coats for proper adhesion. Some customers suggest stirring the product between coats to ensure even application.

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Quality


Steel wool is the magic perfect finish creator needed to get the perfect uniform sheen over your entire surface once you're don...  Read More


I love this finish and will love it more if it turns out to be durable.


Wipe on, sand lightly with 1,000 grit paper on a flat block in between each coat to remove dust, etc and use "0000" steel wool ...  Read More


After the 3rd coat be carfull for 30 days

Shipping


Unfortunately, shipping was pretty slow, hence 4 stars.


To secure the lid for shipping, an additional 4 spring steel clamps were added.

Packaging/appearance


I was concerned that i might receive sealant that was dried up, but this product was impeccably packaged and arrived in perfect condition!


Looks stunning in our new dinning room.


We sealed our dinning table before it was packed and moved overseas.

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  • How are reviewers describing this item?
    general, better, easy, good and smooth.
  • Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
  • Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
  • This product had a total of 2,569 reviews as of our last analysis date on Sep 30 2024.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Wipe on sand lightly with 1000 grit paper on a flat block in between each coat to remove dust etc and use 0000 steel wool to erase any application streaks


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    If you don’t like the warm hue it adds i’ve mixed some of the gel stain i used on the piece in with some top coat about 20 gel stain to top coat in a little dish and it muted that golden hue


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    A few caveats dont apply in very hot weather


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I just used it in 100degree weather it dried too quickly and i got some streaks


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Dampen your rag with some turpentine first to get a smooth application


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Apply armrseal liberally with a folded cotton rag then smooth out with long even strokes with the grain and let it dry for 24 hours before recoating


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Prolong life if divided in 48 oz paint cans then filter each use


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Difficult to apply long drying time but excellent finish on the redcedar burl

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