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Deft® Waterborne Clear Wood Finish
The performance of lacquer in a quick-drying water-based acrylic formula.
Item #
39171
This is a waterborne 100%acrylic finish that dries to the touch in just 30 minutes. It has very little odor, cleans up with soap and water and boasts the performance of lacquer in a water-based acrylic formula. Goes on crystal clear and will not yellow over time. Application is easy with a brush, pad, roller or spray gun. Provides good resistance to water, alcohol and stains, and boasts excellent adhesion to both finished and unfinished items. Self-leveling formula. Superior durability with strong mar resistance. Quart. Semi-Gloss.
Lends a deep, rich look to interior wood, furniture, cabinetry, paneling, antiques, wicker and crafts. Works well on rose woods and other exotic hardwoods.
Lends a deep, rich look to interior wood, furniture, cabinetry, paneling, antiques, wicker and crafts. Works well on rose woods and other exotic hardwoods.
(1) Deft® Waterborne Clear Wood Finish
| Brand | Deft |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | DEFT WATERBASE CWF Q |
| Weight | 2.4500 |
| Tech Spec |
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| Coverage | 100 sq ft |
| Dry Time | 8 hrs |
| Finish | Semi Gloss |
| Size | Quart |
| Use | Interior |
4.7 / 5.0
6 Reviews
Applied to dining room table top, no yellowing, beautiful finish. Highly recommend.
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Easy to use product either spray or foam brush application. Cleans up easily and gives a fine furniture finish.
Easy to mix for spraying. Coats dried quickly to be able to fine sand cradle and base with 400 grit before sraying a 2 and 3rd coat. When dried the finish was smooth with the satin sheen I was looking for. Gun cleanup was a snap with soap and water to clean outside and spray through the gun.
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I'll never use anything but Deft from now on!
This is the most forgiving finish I have ever used. It applies easily, covers completely, has low odor, and leaves no brush marks. Once dry, it sands to a very smooth surface; re-coating yields a beautiful finish. And cleanup is a breeze! I tried another water-based finish, and frankly hated it. I am now a firm believer in Deft, lesson learned...
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Worked great and safer to use
I have used another waterborn lacquer finish before and I like the coating. I decided to try this brand since it is at the store at a good price.
I diluted it 10 percent with water for a HVLP spray gun and it worked like a charm. Two coats were used and the wait time between coats was 2 hours with good results A few hours after the final coat I could handle the project to move it around.
It dried smooth and clear, sprayed it at approximately 60 degrees F.
Even though this type of lacquer is much safer to use than the solvent lacquer you still have to use a good paint mask because the HVLP gun still makes a lot of overspray. Use good ventilation!
I diluted it 10 percent with water for a HVLP spray gun and it worked like a charm. Two coats were used and the wait time between coats was 2 hours with good results A few hours after the final coat I could handle the project to move it around.
It dried smooth and clear, sprayed it at approximately 60 degrees F.
Even though this type of lacquer is much safer to use than the solvent lacquer you still have to use a good paint mask because the HVLP gun still makes a lot of overspray. Use good ventilation!
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I have used this product for many years before it was a water based product. I found it to be almost impossible to "goof up" with it. The water based product is a little lacking but would recommend its use especially for a beginner.
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Long time amateur woodworker, always hand...
Long time amateur woodworker, always hand finished everything even though not really satisfied with many results. Broke down and bought spray gun and used this product recommended by local Rockler Store manager. Good results. I thinned it 30% Deft 70% water. One piece of advise for the novices like me, if you think it needs one more spray, DON'T!
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This stuff delivers a deep clear strong finish.
William V
on Dec 8, 2019
I was half-way through my project and needed more but Lowes stopped handeling it. I like this finish.
Lyle E. H
on Sep 9, 2016
This stuff delivers a deep clear strong finish.
William V
on Dec 8, 2019
I am refinishing a cradle I built for my first daughter 42 years ago. My second daughter used it also. Now my first daughter is expecting her first daughter so I'm giving it a refinish. Who knows how much longer it'll be in the family...Grandpa has it covered!
Richard J F
on Aug 13, 2018
I am refinishing a cradle I built for my first daughter 42 years ago. My second daughter used it also. Now my first daughter is expecting her first daughter so I'm giving it a refinish. Who knows how much longer it'll be in the family...Grandpa has it covered!
Richard J F
on Aug 13, 2018
I like to finish it puts on my pens and Bowl and wine cups and plates.<br /><br /> I live in Indiana it would be nice if we could get all of the wood craft people together and see what each other knows how to help our people that are beginning to do work like this .
Dale C
on Jul 6, 2016
Can this finish be used over an acrylic painted logo?
can I apply this over a painted finish?
BEST ANSWER: Deft is a water-based finish, compatible with water-based acrylic paints. It should be compatible with water-based latex paints also, but I have no experience with that. It is not for use over lacquers or oil-based paints.
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- Bunce on Feb 28, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2017
is semi-gloss the same as satin?
BEST ANSWER: While they are close, they are different. Usually a satin finish will absorb more light so it is more subdued while the semi-gloss has more of a subdued glossy finish. The color will be very close but the final product will be different. The finish is purely subjective as to what you feel will look best with your project
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- Mark S on Jun 19, 2015
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2014
can this product be sprayed on a vaulted red cedar ceiling?
BEST ANSWER: Deft is a water-based, low VOC finish that has a somewhat sweet odor as it dries. I have no experience with spraying it, but I would expect it to work well with the appropriate settings on the sprayer (viscosity, pressure, flow rate). It should put a beautiful, durable finish on red cedar, bringing out the native color and grain pattern. BTW, it leaves a smooth, self-leveling surface that dries quickly - although you won't be touching the ceiling anytime soon.
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- Bunce on Apr 9, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2017
Can Deft Waterborne Clear Wood Finish be tinted with dye?
How would this product work as a sealer for a dining room table?
BEST ANSWER: not sure I used for base boards and door trims, it worked very well for that in my opinion. used two coats with a good natural bristle brush.
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- Roland P on Jun 18, 2017
- Purchased on May 12, 2016
What size tip is recommended with a airless ?
BEST ANSWER: I have only sprayed with a compressor, and I've used 1.0 mm tip and 1.4 mm tip. Be sure to stir until there is no base on the bottom of the can. I dilute with distilled water if necessary.
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- Roger on Dec 2, 2015
- Purchased on Aug 17, 2014
what is a good finish to be applied with a spray gun for a wood planter that will be outside in the summer and inside during the winter?
BEST ANSWER: Short answer: It depends. What type of wood. What amount of moisture, sun, etc. What are you using for a sealer. No one finish excels in every environment. You may even want to think about marine finishes. Various oils have been used on teak deck fittings for centuries. As far as waterborne finishes go Deft is pretty good.
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- New User U on Apr 30, 2015
- Purchased on Sep 27, 2014
Can this product be used in a spray gun? or HVLP spray gun
Can I use this on a floor?
BEST ANSWER: I don't think it is recommended for floors.
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- Arvel G on Jul 16, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
Can you use this as a sealer for chalk painted pieces?
BEST ANSWER: I'm sure you could if you sprayed it but not sure if you were brushing it on. It might lift some of it off by brushing. Paint a small scrap piece and then top coat it with the method of your choice, the results will answer your question. If you haven't bought it yet call the company
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- Jimbo on Jun 16, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 12, 2017
Can I use Deft Clear Wood Finish waterbourne acrylic finish over a oil based wood stain?
BEST ANSWER: I would not recomend doing this
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- Harold C on Apr 19, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 5, 2015
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