For transparency sake and since you guys seem to love that so much these beams needed a little extra tlc and refinishing them cost a lot more than we originally anticipated but having these beams be real wood with that real grain showing through brings so much warmth into the house and highlights the architecture and charm of this 1920 s.
Finishing wood beams.
Take a mechanical wire brush tool and brush with the grain on each piece of wood.
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Fir is an excellent wood for highly finished post beam frames and commercial work because of its strength and beautiful grain.
Do each piece of wood including the side of the beams.
Put on an approved breathing mask and protective gloves rated for the products being used and brush a thick coat.
Varnish or poly sealer i used sherwin williams wood classics interior fastdry oil varnish 2 inch brush i recommend purdy xl brushes steel wool i used 000 grade power sander i used a 1 4 sheet orbital sander made by black decker sandpaper i used 100 grit for most of the.
Its color ranges from light red to pale yellow.
Cover the remaining area.
Start by taking the sawzall in a vertical motion with the grain of the wood.
Prepare the room by removing as much furniture and decor from the space as possible.