Comments on: Does Your Wood Darken in Sunlight? Quick Fixes! https://woodworkly.com/does-sunlight-darken-wood/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 14:11:58 +0000 hourly 1 By: WoodWorkly https://woodworkly.com/does-sunlight-darken-wood/#comment-216 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:29:13 +0000 https://woodworkly.com/?p=375#comment-216 In reply to Barb Pfeifer.

Hi Barb!
Thank you for the feedback.
Silver Birch develops a yellowish-red tint with age. So, better to apply a finisher with UV inhibitors for better protection from Sunlight.

]]> By: Barb Pfeifer https://woodworkly.com/does-sunlight-darken-wood/#comment-212 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:30:04 +0000 https://woodworkly.com/?p=375#comment-212 Great information! Thank you. I’m considering using Silver Birch with a natural finish for kitchen cabinets. What are your thoughts? I’m looking for a light wood that doesn’t have much grain pattern and won’t yellow like maple does overtime.
Any and all suggestions appreciated!

]]> By: WoodWorkly https://woodworkly.com/does-sunlight-darken-wood/#comment-93 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 16:53:16 +0000 https://woodworkly.com/?p=375#comment-93 In reply to Kris Traeger.

Hi Kris!

Thank you for the comment. Unfortunately, the best thing to do is sand and let the surface even out before sealing even though it takes time. As an alternative option, you can apply wood stain first to minimize the color difference and then apply a sealer on top of that.

]]> By: Kris Traeger https://woodworkly.com/does-sunlight-darken-wood/#comment-81 Sat, 25 Dec 2021 12:11:45 +0000 https://woodworkly.com/?p=375#comment-81 After removing the protective MDF strips from my stairwell treads (installed prior lockdowns), I discovered a distinct colour difference, as the strips didn’t cover the entire tread. I now wish to use a clear sealer, but I want to achieve even colouration.
Should I sand, let it even out before sealing (might take a long time), or any other ideas?
I appreciate your input 🙂

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