tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post5290544314144226649..comments2024-03-28T03:16:53.412-04:00Comments on ReNew ReDo!: Rub N' Buff Q & A!Sammyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05220029512719798476noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-63537713179269407332023-11-08T02:25:49.694-05:002023-11-08T02:25:49.694-05:00Please be sure not to breathe in Rub n Buff too mu...Please be sure not to breathe in Rub n Buff too much as it is a petroleum based product. I love it and have used it for years, but have to be careful using it as I have COPD.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-11277124632425901102020-11-26T22:02:24.946-05:002020-11-26T22:02:24.946-05:00I see posts showing how difficult it is to remove ...I see posts showing how difficult it is to remove rub n buff from fingers. Found this out by mistake, but use a facial wipe, designed to remove makeup. Works like a charm without the obnoxious odor and rough chemicals. Tried 2 brands and both worked!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-87932466007348392102020-11-11T15:11:01.210-05:002020-11-11T15:11:01.210-05:00Hello, Love your Q&A section. I just ordered a...Hello, Love your Q&A section. I just ordered a tube of Gold Leaf to do the raised lettering on my Singer Treadle Sewing Machine base. I cleaned all the metal and repainted. Since it will be in an area not usually in contact with anything, should I just allow it to set a couple days to make sure its bonded or do you think I should do a clear coat to seal?<br /><br />Thank you.rfederlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10232091714707150791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-10249948280107776042020-10-13T13:14:57.313-04:002020-10-13T13:14:57.313-04:00First time user and love, love, love it.First time user and love, love, love it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16317337930940407239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-15856897856841030102019-11-23T13:46:02.347-05:002019-11-23T13:46:02.347-05:00HI just used Gold leaf Rub &Buff on a black an...HI just used Gold leaf Rub &Buff on a black antique painted metal coffee table frame. It didn't cover well. Sometimes as it dried, some black showed through. I tried making thicker strokes with my finger but the gold would come off. What should I do to make this paint job look more solid? Can a second coat be applied?Black History Flaghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00848890882522902066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-64322226283465772032019-02-28T09:56:15.105-05:002019-02-28T09:56:15.105-05:00Hi. I used Rub N Buff on glass coasters and am won...Hi. I used Rub N Buff on glass coasters and am wondering how to seal these as I think that if a hot cup was sat on it then it would rub off. Any thoughts on this? I really love the color it gives over the glass etchingAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08752171163006545609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-82843557800893886482018-10-26T20:02:39.850-04:002018-10-26T20:02:39.850-04:00I am trying to use the gold leaf on an enameled me...I am trying to use the gold leaf on an enameled metal light fixture and it looks awful. When I first put it on with my fingers it's streaky. Then it's patchy and I can't buff it out. I tried to buff it with a paper towel and it rubbed off! What am I doing wrong? Hannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15099851339903254003noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-36117551919849443752018-07-20T18:14:17.808-04:002018-07-20T18:14:17.808-04:00So helpful. Thanks for all the tips!So helpful. Thanks for all the tips!Rachelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-61010281712549999772018-07-04T12:52:16.656-04:002018-07-04T12:52:16.656-04:00Hi, have you tried on door knobs? Will the more th...Hi, have you tried on door knobs? Will the more than normal use cause it to come off? Thanks!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02721177841888480236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-17958293351756670262017-05-02T15:26:57.585-04:002017-05-02T15:26:57.585-04:00I used rub n buff gold leaf over flat black to get...I used rub n buff gold leaf over flat black to get the antique brass look of an antique lamp's base that was very rusty. I couldn't save the original brass plating. It looked beautiful until I used a clear enamel spray paint over it. It ran. Its the base, so it will need to be sealed. I need to find another clear coat and start all over.ArtDecoGalnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-40079040162485480582017-03-27T13:02:10.937-04:002017-03-27T13:02:10.937-04:00Oil based Poly or water based. I'm assuming oi...Oil based Poly or water based. I'm assuming oil based, but wanted to be sure.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-75204539551300680432017-03-12T21:30:05.594-04:002017-03-12T21:30:05.594-04:00Hi,
Can I use this on a metal front door? It has ...Hi, <br />Can I use this on a metal front door? It has iron work that I need to paint as well but the door doesn't look to have a traditional paint job but I do see a rubbed look that is gold over a base black. Wondering if I should paint first and then rub or use this to "paint" and rub my door. Thanks! <br />Ps: I live in Florida so should I seal?Perplexedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06259961833290838298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-16655451354151737612016-10-20T10:31:39.126-04:002016-10-20T10:31:39.126-04:00I tried it on a pair of boots (leatherish type) an...I tried it on a pair of boots (leatherish type) and they turned out awesome! But I think I should seal them?Burr Cookbookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15556601033201290001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-91614736216308993942016-07-11T18:39:14.894-04:002016-07-11T18:39:14.894-04:00Hi! Can rub n buff be used on painted tile in a s...Hi! Can rub n buff be used on painted tile in a shower stall? Belinda Keller Photographyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01302985963767966383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-49174121611641548802016-05-31T19:54:30.827-04:002016-05-31T19:54:30.827-04:00Can I mix rub and buff with another color of rub a...Can I mix rub and buff with another color of rub and buffAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07231565768752912581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-18882390675398795342016-05-11T22:56:19.522-04:002016-05-11T22:56:19.522-04:00I just thrifted a set of retro chrome kitchen chai...I just thrifted a set of retro chrome kitchen chairs, and I am considering trying to rub and buff them into a gold or copper color. This is polished chrome, so super shiny and smooth. Do you think it's worth a try?Miriamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10884596650765330101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-49322457695676393852015-01-31T20:09:49.987-05:002015-01-31T20:09:49.987-05:00I AM REFINISHING A DRESSER AND WENT ONLINE TO ASK ...I AM REFINISHING A DRESSER AND WENT ONLINE TO ASK A QUESTION ABOUT RUB N BUFF AND FOUND YOUR SITE,LUV IT. I SEE YOUR METHOD FOR APPLYING R AND B ON LARGE FURNITURE, BUT IT LOOKED LIKE THE PIECE [DESK] WAS STAINED. I JUST FRESHLY PAINTED THE TOP OF MY DRESSER, WON'T DEGLOSSE,R DAMAGE THE PAINTED SURFACE, I'VE USED THE PRODUCT BEFORE AND IT REALLY DULLS THE FINISH.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-23644806436566016592014-05-08T16:35:41.421-04:002014-05-08T16:35:41.421-04:00Thanx for this post, you made a complete explanati...Thanx for this post, you made a complete explanation here :)<br /><br />I can't wait, it's hard to find Rub N Buff in my country, but finally I found someone sell it... <br />Unfortunately this is rare items in my country and the price become really expensive.<br />My order are on shipping process.<br /><br />I want to use it for my sculpture :)TeesLabhttp://teeslab.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-28982182316306811562013-10-23T02:53:52.772-04:002013-10-23T02:53:52.772-04:00I thought that if I used paint thinner type stuff,...I thought that if I used paint thinner type stuff, it would evaporate faster. <a href="http://www.perfectpicturelighting.com/antique-brass-lights-for-picture-frames.php" rel="nofollow">Antique Brass Picture Light</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13115941918048786551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-44638906448512048722013-08-18T23:57:14.811-04:002013-08-18T23:57:14.811-04:00Hi there! Thank you so much for such a fabulous po...Hi there! Thank you so much for such a fabulous post. I just bought this for the first time after finding your blog. I just used it on some barstools (black metal) and have a question for you. No matter what I did I<br />Kept ending up with chunky streak marks. I only have one coat on right now. Is this what it's supposed to look like when done? I am trying to decide if I should try a paint thinner with it for a second coat or just trying another layer on. Curious to see what your thoughts are. So sorry to bug<br />You! You sure seem what your doing so thought I would check ;)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09672451799324471417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-16450754911369164062013-06-12T18:15:11.976-04:002013-06-12T18:15:11.976-04:00Hi Sammy, I got a used metal file and it is reall...Hi Sammy, I got a used metal file and it is really in very nice condition but there are just a few scratches I was hoping to hide. I looked at the color chart and nothing matches the weird greenish/goldish grey of this cabinet so I was thinking of getting Grecian Gold and Pewter and mixing them. Have you ever tried this? I'm pretty good with color matching but I've never used RNB this way.Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01266277274492951407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-45850062308977659892013-03-21T21:49:02.059-04:002013-03-21T21:49:02.059-04:00Hi Sammy- do you know if Rub n Buff will work with...Hi Sammy- do you know if Rub n Buff will work with MDF composite surfaces? Thanks! :}branay83https://www.blogger.com/profile/13133566114499186023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-1681696683707252282012-12-16T13:08:16.165-05:002012-12-16T13:08:16.165-05:00Hi Dirose! It depends on the smooth surface... sm...Hi Dirose! It depends on the smooth surface... smooth like glass might be a problem... What is the lamp made of? As for prepping the base... if you are applying Rub n' Buff to it, no prep needed (other than it being clean) just rub and buff. : ) send me a picture of the lamp!! renewredo@hotmail.com I wonna see, I wonna see!! : )<br /><br />Smiles!<br />Sammy ~ Renew RedoSammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05220029512719798476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-69278732932032838272012-12-15T02:08:06.135-05:002012-12-15T02:08:06.135-05:00Hi Sammy- I bought a white ceramic lamp at Goodwi...Hi Sammy- I bought a white ceramic lamp at Goodwill the other day and I am planning to apply Rub and Buff (Gold Leaf) for the first time. <br /><br />The surface is quite smooth so would this product work on this smooth surface?<br /><br />How would you recommend prepping the lamp base for this?<br /><br />Thank you for your inspiration and incredible ideas!Dirosenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9011088633220707188.post-45864203301839912832012-11-27T16:22:50.212-05:002012-11-27T16:22:50.212-05:00Hi Suzanne! When you say old brass knobs... do yo...Hi Suzanne! When you say old brass knobs... do you mean the builders grade yellow brass knobs? If so, Rub n' Buff doesn't work so well on those. : (<br /><br />Smiles!<br />Sammy ~ Renew RedoSammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05220029512719798476noreply@blogger.com