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Finished my first solo built-in bookshelf project in my own house
Three years ago I was just a helper, but last week I finally cut and fit every piece myself in the den. Anyone have tips for getting that final coat of poly to lay down perfectly without brush marks?
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michael_wood325mo ago
Brush marks give it character, man.
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skylerr235mo ago
Yeah but where do you draw the line, @michael_wood32? Like, when do brush marks just look messy instead of cool?
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terry_hayes182mo ago
Doesn't it depend on what you're trying to say with the piece though? Like if it's a quick sketch or a loose abstract thing then sure, brush marks can add energy and movement. But if you're going for something more polished or realistic, I feel like those marks just look unfinished and sloppy, not stylish. That's where I'd draw the line @michael_wood32 - when the marks fight what the painting is trying to be.
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