Wood panels may be painted or stained.
Restoring antique wood panels freshens the look of the ceiling and helps ensure the panels last a long time. These panels are available in many designs. They provide a country, formal or classic look to the ceiling, depending on the style of the panels. Like all wood products, the panels turn dull-looking over time and may be affected by temperatures and the humidity in the room. Restoring the panels seals the wood and provides an attractive finish that enhances the look of the room.
Instructions
1. Wear goggles while restoring the ceiling. This protects your eyes from dust and sanding particles and drips from the finish you use.
2. Climb a stepladder and sand the antique a sanding block and a medium grit sandpaper. This removes fine scratches and any stains that may be present on the ceiling.
3. Fold the sandpaper in quarters to sand any grooves or designs on the wood ceiling panels.
4. Dust the ceiling with a long-handled feather duster or a soft cleaning cloth. Using a long-handled feather duster is a quick way to rid the ceiling of any dust from the sanding process.
5. Stir the wood stain with a stick or a paint stirrer. Stains come in a wide variety of colors that match any type of wood. Gel stains are useful to avoid an uneven color application. This is particularly important in panels that have denser wood in some areas.
6. Apply the wood stain to the antique ceiling panels with a quality paint brush. Use strokes that follow the grain of the wood and avoid overlapping the strokes. This helps ensure a consistent color on the wood panels. Wipe off any excess stain with a soft, lint-free cleaning cloth as you work.
7. Wait for the wood stain to dry overnight before continuing. Some stains require two coats. Read the directions on the can and allow each coat to dry before adding another.
8. Apply the oil-based polyurethane with a foam brush. Use strokes that follow the grain of the wood and apply the polyurethane as thinly as possible. Go over any areas again with the foam brush if bubbles occur. This makes the bubbles pop and helps the ceiling look smooth once the job is complete. Read the directions on the label to determine how many coats are necessary to obtain an adequate finish. Wait for the polyurethane to dry completely before adding additional coats or sanding the finish.
9. Sand the antique wood ceiling panels with a fine grit sandpaper after the polyurethane dries. Repeat this after all coats except the last one. Remove any sanding dust with a cleaning cloth or a before adding an additional coat of polyurethane.
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