I am refinishing a book case. I stripped it and sanded it and stained Red Mahogany (Minwax). Minwax says that Red Mahogany has to be coated by oil-based poly, so fine. Put the first coat.
Now, I would like to decoupage this book case. After googling the matter, it seems that a) I need at least 2 polyurethane coats before I can glue the pictures on, and b) water-based decoupage media such as Mod Podge and the like might not work very well (apparently, with heavy use they may start peeling off the oil-based stuff).
So now what should I do? Any advice? I like the idea of clear water-based poly over the picture; anybody had experience with laying it over oil-based poly on items such as tables and shelves and others that withstand some use? If I must stick to oil-based, what should I use for glue?
Any tips and experience sharing will be much appreciated.
Oh, BTW the picture is a photograph on glossy paper. Some suggest to make a copy and glue that instead. What do you think?
Thanks and have a great day.
Eskie – so, 3M Work Fixative and Super 77 adhesive? Will get.
