Tongue Oil Over Stain. Gel stain over existing stained surfaces. Discover other methods ranked by their effectiveness. If you wish to change from a what if i stain over the existing water based stain with an oil based stain.
The most common results from over application include stain puddles or shiny wet spots.
Tung oil finishes are usually applied to unfinished wood, but they can be used over oil based stains. Can you paint over stained wood without sanding? The wood won't take a stain near as well as if it didn't have the linseed oil on it and would need to use a dye to stain it. Apply gel stain easily to any surface. Bring to a boil, and cook until the outer skin begins to peel off, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours. I use water based clears over oil based stains all the time. The important part is that the oil must remain in contact with the membrane under your tongue for the full time. Charles shows how a water base or alcohol base top coat can dissolve the water base or alcohol base dye or stain you have used.
