{"id":80361,"date":"2023-09-29T16:56:38","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T14:56:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/finitura-allacqua-per-legno-cose-e-come-si-usa\/"},"modified":"2025-10-22T09:00:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T07:00:09","slug":"finitura-allacqua-per-legno-cose-e-come-si-usa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/en\/finitura-allacqua-per-legno-cose-e-come-si-usa\/","title":{"rendered":"Water-based wood finish: what it is and how to use it"},"content":{"rendered":"<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><div id=\"__langwrap\"><div class=\"indice\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-a-wood-finish\">What is a wood finish?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#water-based-and-solvent-based-finishes\">Water-based and solvent-based finishes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#advantages-of-water-based-over-solvent-based-finishes\">What are the advantages of water-based finishes over solvent-based ones?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#difference-between-varnishes-enamels-and-paints\">What&rsquo;s the difference between varnishes, enamels, and paints?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-apply-a-water-based-impregnating-finish\">How to apply a water-based impregnating finish for wood<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#can-you-use-a-film-forming-finish-over-an-impregnating-one\">Can a film-forming finish be applied over an impregnating one?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-apply-a-water-based-film-forming-finish\">How to apply a water-based film-forming finish for wood<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#in-conclusion\">In conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-a-wood-finish\" class=\"anchor\">What is a wood finish?<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_2.jpg\" alt=\"A person, whose hands are covered with work gloves, is painting wood with a water-based stain\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_2-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_2-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Wood finishes are products applied essentially for two reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>to preserve<\/strong> the wood over time and protect it from weather, stains, and scratches;<\/li>\n<li><strong>to enhance<\/strong> the natural beauty of the wood and\/or achieve specific visual and tactile effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are many types of finishes, but they can be divided into two main categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>film-forming finishes<\/strong>, which create &mdash; as the name suggests &mdash; a protective film on the surface. Often, the term &ldquo;finish&rdquo; refers to these. They can be glossy or matte, transparent or pigmented, covering or not;<\/li>\n<li><strong>impregnating finishes<\/strong>, which are absorbed and penetrate deep into the wood fibers. They are not covering products, so they leave the grain, fibers, and any knots visible, but they can still <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/come-colorare-il-legno-con-limpregnante-i-colori-da-scegliere-e-come-fare\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">color the wood<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><div id=\"__langwrap\">\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"62441\" class=\"elementor elementor-62441 elementor-58700\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5ebe302 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5ebe302\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings='{\"jet_parallax_layout_list\":[],\"background_background\":\"classic\"}'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-41fc5d1\" data-id=\"41fc5d1\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\" data-settings='{\"background_background\":\"classic\"}'>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-9ebdd4d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9ebdd4d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings='{\"jet_parallax_layout_list\":[],\"background_background\":\"classic\"}'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-5474658 elementor-hidden-mobile\" data-id=\"5474658\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-78fe0a6\" data-id=\"78fe0a6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4869069 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4869069\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings='{\"_animation\":\"pulse\",\"_animation_delay\":500}' data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/icona_punti_vendita-r43envw6vxmss68dz6ec5ugunm1rf5jgza2j4m7wo0.png\" title=\"icona_punti_vendita\" alt=\"icona_punti_vendita\" loading=\"lazy\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fbe36a3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fbe36a3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Paint stores<br>and paint shops<br>nearest to you<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d0de41 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jet-button\" data-id=\"1d0de41\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"jet-button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-jet-button jet-elements\"><div class=\"jet-button__container\">\n\t<a class=\"jet-button__instance jet-button__instance--icon-left hover-effect-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/punti-vendita\/\">\n\t\t<div class=\"jet-button__plane jet-button__plane-normal\"><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"jet-button__plane jet-button__plane-hover\"><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"jet-button__state jet-button__state-normal\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"jet-button__label\">FIND A SHOP<\/span>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"jet-button__state jet-button__state-hover\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"jet-button__label\">FIND A SHOP<\/span>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"water-based-and-solvent-based-finishes\" class=\"anchor\">Water-based and solvent-based finishes<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_3.jpg\" alt=\"A cloud of different colored paints immersed in a dark liquid\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_3.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_3-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_3-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Both film-forming and impregnating finishes can be <strong>water-based<\/strong> or <strong>solvent-based<\/strong>, though hybrid formulations also exist.<br>\nFor a long time, solvent-based products were considered more effective, but today, thanks to research and technology, <strong>their performance is comparable<\/strong> (in some cases, such as outdoor use, water-based finishes are superior).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"advantages-of-water-based-over-solvent-based-finishes\" class=\"anchor\">What are the advantages of water-based finishes over solvent-based ones?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61453\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_4.jpg\" alt=\"A woman, slightly out of focus, painting a wooden garden chair with a transparent water-based finish\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_4.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_4-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_4-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Using water-based finishes offers many advantages:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Their <strong>environmental impact<\/strong> &mdash; from production to disposal &mdash; is much lower;<\/li>\n<li>They do not release <strong>volatile organic compounds<\/strong> (the so-called <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Volatile_organic_compound\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VOCs<\/a>);<\/li>\n<li>They are <strong>odorless<\/strong>, making them preferable for indoor use;<\/li>\n<li>They provide <strong>better performance<\/strong> for outdoor applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"difference-between-varnishes-enamels-and-paints\" class=\"anchor\">What&rsquo;s the difference between varnishes, enamels, and paints?<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_5.jpg\" alt=\"A gloved hand holding a brush painting a wooden element bright yellow\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_5.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_5-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_5-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once we&rsquo;ve identified the main categories &mdash; water\/solvent and film-forming\/impregnating &mdash; it&rsquo;s useful to clarify terms that often cause confusion when choosing or researching products.<br>\nWe&rsquo;re talking about words like <em>varnish<\/em>, <em>enamel<\/em>, and <em>paint<\/em>, which are often used interchangeably.<\/p>\n<p>Before diving deeper, we must understand the <strong>main components of a varnish<\/strong>. They are three:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resin<\/strong>: the binder that creates the protective film;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Solvent<\/strong>: in water-based varnishes it&rsquo;s water, in solvent-based ones it&rsquo;s the solvent itself. It keeps the product liquid and makes application easier. During drying (timing depends on formulation), the solvent evaporates;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filler<\/strong>: an inert material that adds body and determines the final look, such as glossy or matte.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Two more elements can be added: <strong>pigments<\/strong>, which provide color, and <strong>additives<\/strong>, which can serve many purposes &mdash; softeners, hardeners, UV blockers, etc.<\/p>\n<p>Based on their formulation, we have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Varnishes<\/strong>: where resin is the main component;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paints<\/strong>: where filler predominates. Paints are usually used on walls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And what about <strong>enamels<\/strong>? Enamels &mdash; which can also be water- or solvent-based &mdash; are part of the varnish category. So, <em>enamel<\/em> and <em>varnish<\/em> are not synonyms. Among varnishes, enamels are the <strong>opaque, covering<\/strong> ones, which hide the wood grain, unlike <strong>stained varnishes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-apply-a-water-based-impregnating-finish\" class=\"anchor\">How to apply a water-based impregnating finish for wood<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61463\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_6.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor view of a white wooden fence with a garden and a house behind it\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_6.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_6-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_6-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The first step is <strong>sanding<\/strong>. The grit choice depends on the condition of the piece: raw wood, previously treated, or painted (in which case, the old coating must be completely removed).<\/li>\n<li>Next, <strong>clean the surface thoroughly<\/strong>: use a brush (hard or soft depending on the wood) to remove dust and debris. If needed, use water and mild soap with a cloth or sponge, then rinse and dry.<\/li>\n<li>Then apply the <strong>impregnating finish<\/strong>. In the Rio Verde range, you can choose from three water-based options, available in various colors or transparent:\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/impregnante-classico-all-acqua-rmxx10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Classic water-based stain<\/strong><\/a>;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/impregnante-ceroso-all-acqua-rc1x30\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Waxed water-based stain<\/strong><\/a>, silky to the touch;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/en\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/gel-wood-stain-rgxx80\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gel water-based stain<\/strong><\/a>, ideal for vertical surfaces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Allow complete drying, then apply a <strong>second coat<\/strong>. A third one can be added if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"can-you-use-a-film-forming-finish-over-an-impregnating-one\" class=\"anchor\">Can a film-forming finish be applied over an impregnating one?<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_7.jpg\" alt=\"A man painting a wooden shutter on a cabin\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_7.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_7-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_7-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yes. The varnish film provides <strong>extra surface protection<\/strong> and achieves the <strong>desired aesthetic effect<\/strong>, from transparent to covering, matte to glossy.<br>\nHowever, it&rsquo;s important to use a waxed finish over a waxed stain.<\/p>\n<p>Rio Verde by Renner Italia offers many products for all needs. For exterior use, for example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/finitura-classica-all-acqua-rfxx20\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Classic water-based finish<\/strong><\/a>, available in transparent matte, transparent glossy, light walnut, walnut, and cypress oak;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/en\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/waxy-topcoat-exterior-rcxx30\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Waxed water-based finish<\/strong><\/a>, available in transparent or honey tones, soft to the touch;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/rn20xx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Evolution high-performance enamel<\/strong><\/a>, a highly covering product available in 10 colors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-apply-a-water-based-film-forming-finish\" class=\"anchor\">How to apply a water-based film-forming finish for wood<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_8.jpg\" alt=\"An open can of green paint with a brush dipped inside, held by a hand, against a matching green background\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_8.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_8-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_8-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the past, the classic process involved first applying a primer. For raw wood, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cementite_(paint)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cementite<\/a> was mainly used &mdash; a chalky primer providing adhesion for the next coat.<br>\nWith modern products, this step is often unnecessary: enamels and stained varnishes can be applied directly to raw wood, greatly reducing time, cost, and effort.<\/p>\n<p>Here are Rio Verde products that save time and labor:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Among <strong>stained varnishes<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/finitura-effetto-naturale-ro30xx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Natural effect finish<\/strong><\/a>, white or transparent;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/finitura-opaca-rp4060\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Matte water-based finish<\/strong><\/a>, transparent;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/finitura-lucida-rp4160\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Glossy water-based finish<\/strong><\/a>, also transparent;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/finitura-bianca-rp4360\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>White water-based finish<\/strong><\/a>, with a satin effect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Among <strong>enamels<\/strong> (thus covering varnishes):\n<ul>\n<li>The already mentioned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/rn20xx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Evolution enamel<\/strong><\/a>, in 10 colors;<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/en\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/ultra-matt-enamel-rb1x90\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Vintage Prestige<\/strong><\/a> ultra-matte enamel, one of Rio Verde&rsquo;s bestsellers, offers 10 pastel shades plus Fiordilatte white and Liquirizia black &mdash; perfect for restoring vintage pieces or creating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/shabby-chic-14-idee-per-arredare\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shabby chic<\/a> effects;<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/en\/vernice-per-legno-prodotti\/coating-for-metal-effect-rb5x90\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Golden Prestige<\/strong><\/a> metallic-effect enamel, available in five golden shades.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"in-conclusion\" class=\"anchor\">In conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_9.jpg\" alt=\"A shabby chic living room in white tones, with a large window, white distressed table, white sofa with pastel cushions, and a vintage light-blue shelf\" width=\"960\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_9.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_9-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vernicirioverde.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/finitura_all_acqua_per_legno_9-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Finishes are essential to <strong>protect and decorate<\/strong> wooden items.<br>\nThere are <strong>impregnating<\/strong> and <strong>film-forming<\/strong> finishes.<br>\n<strong>Water-based<\/strong> products are preferable to solvent-based ones.<br>\nYou can apply <strong>film-forming finishes over impregnating ones<\/strong>.<br>\nAll <strong>enamels<\/strong> are varnishes, but not all varnishes are enamels.<br>\nWith modern varnishes, <strong>primers like cementite are no longer necessary<\/strong>.<br>\nThe <strong>choice<\/strong> of product depends on several factors: whether the piece is for indoor or outdoor use, the desired visual and tactile effects, and the required level of protection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is there a difference between a water-based wood finish and an enamel? 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