How to Get Shiny & Smooth OSB for Furniture

[@mcremona]

Love that look!

[@PneumaticAddict]

Matthew Cremona thanks man! 👊 Gotta be different

[@KimballCody]

Pneumatic Addict you know you've arrived when Matt comments on your videos.

[@TheMowjo]

I love the look! I've been doing the cockpit floors on my boats this way since the 1980's, I'll now be replacing my cabin cupboards doors now using this method, never even thought about using it for furniture,

[@hervemalempre4899]

Willys

[@crocusinmaymay2835]

@@PneumaticAddict what did you use as a seal coat?

[@jagdishkrishnamurthy4867]

Upon unboxing, I was immediately upset at how the rails were very noticeably bent. But I kept going, all tools needed to assemble were included kzbin.infoUgkxqtX4Dxs6aecAZEuz6GY5-d81YecKCshn and I had it set up in about 30 minutes. Honestly I love this thing, make sure to read the measurements and measure your space so you know if it'll work for you. I bought this to put inside my closet, underneath where I hang my clothes and it is absolutely perfect! It is VERY sturdy and all drawers glide easily and mine are stuffed, and they are still flush when closed.

[@josepherwin8709]

Very nice. I’ve always liked OSB finished off. I made a coffee table out of it for an old friend, back in the late 90s. I finished it with several coats of polyurethane varnish, sanding lightly between coats. His daughter has it in her apartment to this day.

[@Martin-se3ij]

I used Advantech 5/8" subflooring OSB for kitchen cabinet doors. This is the same as their sheathing but has a sanded finish. You still have to sand the stencil manufacturers marks off it. After sanding I stained the whole thing blue using a water based stain. This took, even though Advantech is pretty waterproof. When this was dry I sanded it again which left the blue only in the low parts. Cleaning it off I then stained the whole thing green. This gave it a wonderful two color look.. I tried other combinations of colors on scrap bits, yellow and green, yellow and orange. I gave a few coats of varnish to the finished thing. I also painted the back white this reflected light into the cupboard and also sealed the board on both sides so there would be no humidity and warping problems. I didn't use your epoxy resin as the doors were quite big and the wood itself is pretty heavy already for overhead doors. I used Blum soft closing lifts and am really happy with the whole thing. I just love the look of this material and don't know why it is not used more often for furniture. Your chest of drawers looks great.

[@edcottingham1]

Good ideas! I'm planning on a lot of surface area and probably need to find something cheaper and simpler than epoxy.

[@canklemedkits3772]

There is something deeply philosophical about OSB and how beautiful it can become.

[@81nannin]

Awesome that you exist! I repurposed an OSB 'lounge' chair, that I never completely finished (over the last like 5 years)... took it apart, hung the osb with chain as 2 shelves in my garage last night... now to smooth it! Thanks!

[@samTollefson]

That is beautiful! OSB doesn't get enough credit for being what it is. I used it for the interior walls in my shop simply because of it's low cost, I painted it with a pickle mix made from watered-down acrylic paint and I think it looks much better than plywood. It was an effort to paint it though, even with a 3" long hair roller you really have to push it in to get the wash into all the crevices, one coat with a light knock off sanding with a drywall sander and you have a nice light reflecting wall where you can attach stuff anywhere and it's quite attractive.

[@mitchellhenry6225]

I've never seen anyone use osb like this. From one builder to another, it looks amazing! The ideas are already running

[@PneumaticAddict]

Mitchell Henry Thank man! I had fun with this project

[@lfcbpro]

I suggest making some walls on the side of the pieces, it will keep the epoxy in place and save wasting a lot. If you measure well, you can leave a small gap for the sides too, so they get good coverage. Epoxy is very expensive, so I imagine it would be cheaper than letting a lot of it go to waste as drip off

[@dugbert9]

good shout. So create a mini swimming pool/tray for each piece? How do you release it afterwards? Will it be stuck down?

[@Charlemagne1367]

@@dugbert9 just use tape on the sides, the tape forming little edges that stick higher than the faces so it will contain the off-flow.

[@jamesstork7303]

I used a diamond clear floor varathane over osb on a cabinet I built a few years ago. It came out quite well and shiny but still showed some of the pits/voids from the osb in the final finish. I only did three coats. If you don't need the 100% filled top coat, a good varnish is a more affordable option. Love it though.

[@LunarEleven]

Awesome, demonstrates amazing uses for TWO things people don't think about for furniture applications- resin and OSB! I need that dresser!

[@MrRobertutep]

glad im not the only one who like the patchwork look of the osb

[@MichaelBuilds]

Oh my god I absolutely love how that OSB turned out!!! I never thought OSB could look so beautiful!

[@mekanismen]

First off, thanks for your awesome video! It was great help for us, we just made a desk out of OSB. Two things I'd like to let other people who might try this know: DON'T SKIMP ON THE SEAL COAT. Instead of painting it on with a brush, pour it on like you would the flood coat, just use less epoxy, and then spread it using a spudger or a brush. If you don't successfully seal the OSB with this first coat, you'll end up with bubbles in the flood coat, no matter how good you are at popping the initial bubbles with a heat gun. Our desk was about 20sqft, this required around 6qts of epoxy for the flood coat. We used about 3/4qt for the seal coat, and we should probably have used twice as much.

[@erikafisher119]

what type of seal coat for osb exactly?

[@gedreillyhomestead6926]

My wife and I once covered a small room floor with osb, it was like walking on the forest floor each time you entered. Great project, thanks for the reminder.

[@MikeKapotsy]

I never thought I'd love the look of OSB chipboard for fine furniture. Nicely done.

[@SuperPilotMike]

Mike Kapotsy OSB is not fine furniture. God these diy idiots make me sick.

[@MikeKapotsy]

Mike Slaybaugh notice I said "the look" of OSB. I realize OSB is not fine furniture nor do I think this piece qualifies as such. I do like the patterned look of it though.

[@mard326]

I'm blown away as to how little reading comprehension you posses.

[@thecodeofficial9880]

Mike Slaybaugh you sir, are not fine furniture

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

the code official 😂😂

[@therealmfwic9503]

Nice job! I’ve done a ton of work with resin and have seen it destroy many projects. Super important to get the surface clean, have the right temperature and to put on a good seal coat. Also nice of you to mention using a cheap brush cause you’re going to throw it away when you’re done. No cleaning that out! Keep up the great videos!

[@thegreenman4898]

good tutorial, can i suggest saying make sure your drawer fronts are level in both directions, saves all the resin running off one edge, and id use a coarse comb to do the initial spreading, again you dont want to push fairly expensive resin over the side if you dont have to, finished drawers look great ;0)

[@jamescollier2049]

I never knew OSB could look so good! Holy hell!

[@craftedworkshop]

I am definitely giving this a shot! Awesome results, love the texture of OSB on the drawer fronts.

[@artconnolly9519]

I went from hating Osb to actually thinking about trying this. Wow it came out so nice well done !!!

[@nautifella]

I am planning some furniture builds for my new house, this look was the last piece. Thanks

[@speedracer210]

Great job!! When I was in high school I made a bookshelf out of OSB but I used varnish because epoxies were not available to the public yet.

[@ChristopherLuongo]

Wow what a clever use of OSB--I would never have thought of this! Your dresser looks great!

[@StariusPrime]

I've always hated the look of OSB, but you made it look pretty cool. I never would have thought of treating it with epoxy!

[@dwighthapeman6590]

Warehouse loft condos are selling like hot cakes in big cities all over the country. This look for furniture would be in high demand. You could even use an OSB veneer on structural members, like bed rails. You did a beautiful job.

[@adrianob2d]

I've been using Osb board for a long time for my furniture.. I just having a thought time to get right the epoxy, but wit you video will help me a lot.. Thank you

[@The_Potato]

I never comment on videos, but I felt compelled to let you know that I LOVE this video. Great instruction and beautiful final product! Thank you so much for sharing your talents with the world! Can't wait to try this out myself.

[@PneumaticAddict]

Thank you Tyler! I really appreciate the feedback. Let me know if you give this technique a shot!

[@jonq8714]

using a hardwood to edgeband the OSB would be a nice touch, otherwise I really enjoy the look myself. How is the vapor from the resin?

[@MrGoatflakes]

jon Q awful lol

[@LunarEleven]

Haha I've used small amounts in fairly open spaces and still thought it was pretty toxic, this quantity definitely demands a mask and a strong constitution.

[@byromscustomwoodworks]

That looks amazing. Who knew crapy chipboard could be turned into beautiful furniture. This gives me an idea for a desk

[@danhartman9087]

What a cool look! I recently started using high quality birch ply for some projects, featuring the nice looking plies rather than ironing edge banding over them. Your idea is the bomb! Awesome idea!

[@PneumaticAddict]

Thank you! I can totally get behind the look of exposed ply on the right project.

[@edcottingham1]

Great vid, thanks! I'm planning on trying to use OSB for way more than the drawer fronts! Aesthetics are not my attraction to OSB. Simply a matter of bang for the buck. But I haven't really played with it yet and don't know how well it will work as cabinet side and such. If it works, it will make utility applications in reach whereas today's plywood prices are just completely prohibitive on a stressed budget. (I didn't get the point of the tape on the back...thanks to anyone who can turn the light on for me!)

[@jackt6112]

That's interesting information. I'm looking at doing garage walls with it. Using a seal coat with a brush is good to know. The advantages of using Epoxy are it is 100% solids so what you see is what you get, and putting on a thicker coat does not mean it won't dry/harden. I'm thinking about laying the 4x8s down and using a roller, and cutting them as needed after. I can then make my cuts, touch up the ends, and mount them. I don't know how well self-leveling epoxy would work being rolled on a vertical wall after being mounted up, and I want the panels removable.

[@jonfritz1000]

I would never have thought to use OSB in this way. Thanks for sharing a new idea. Modern furniture isn’t my cup of tea, but this is an inspiring example of how to use a material in a way you wouldn’t normally think to

[@fdort3971]

@pneumaticaddict interesting concept. Here's a tip for you...fold over a small corner of the tape before applying it. Gives you an easy edge to pull up later

[@Bobcat937]

My boss would be screaming at all that resin falling on the floor £££.

[@Smashachu]

SPONGEBOB!!! YOUR WASTIN' ME MONEY!!!!

[@LuthieriadeBanheiro]

Awesome work! I was looking for an idea for a different guitar

[@PneumaticAddict]

Glad you liked it! Thanks

[@stastnysvet6653]

Looks really cool. Very clean yet with character!

[@TheLawrencestewart25]

Refreshing to see a new ideas I always thought of osb just as building aid/material and not a useful for appearance but this looks amazing, thanks for sharing.

[@Desi-qw9fc]

I can't believe that someone made chipboard look good.

[@dontcare3430]

I don't . They didn't. Imho

[@hinteriors389]

I watched a video where they used OSB to cover the entire floor.

[@JeffRevell]

What a great idea and an awesome and unusual look for furniture. I'm inspired to run out and get a big sheet of OSB and a gallon or two of epoxy and finish all of my drawer and cabinet faces in my shop. Thanks for the inspiration and great video.

[@conman20000]

Is it easier to do this or just sand it off so you can paint over it and get that smooth look?

[@marysegady6029]

Gloves And respirator also very needed

[@superiorbeing95]

You can use the type of fibre glass they put on wood finish boats, it would stop the waste of epoxy, makes the finish tougher, takes less time and less messy.

[@begeebuzlescrew4484]

Looks good with a polished concrete counter top to

[@pharaoh411]

I love this look. I wonder what a raise panel style door would look like - solid pine frame, OSB panel - all epoxied.

[@_gungrave_6802]

Added benefit is you can get OSB sheets fairly cheaply and in bigger sizes than any more expensive appearance boards.

[@KJ7JHN]

Epoxy and a diamond ring AHHHHHHHHH! Love the video, thanks.

[@puppiesarethebest4223]

Can I spray painted and then paint it and then put the rinse epoxy on top of it

[@johndoe1765]

THANK YOU PNEUMATIC ADDICT FOR THE INFO BEAUTIFUL FURNITURE THAT YOU BUILD AND I LEARNED A LOT .

[@paulsargerson1249]

Now that's a great idea , who would have thought OSB could be turned into such a beautiful finish ,great job 👍👍👍

[@PneumaticAddict]

Thanks Paul!

[@Jerome11491]

Video was layed out perfectly. Straight to the point, and very informative. These drawers look great!

[@PneumaticAddict]

Thanks Jerome! A lot of time and work goes into producing video, so I'm really grateful it's appreciated.

[@jokawildn]

That is awesome! I have some leftover OSB, and I wanted to use it to make some outdoor benches

[@madoolini]

Very beautiful. I love osb furniture. My whole bedroom is from osb. Now I want to make a drawer but I'm not so interested in making it shiny. I just want it to be smooth. Is it going to be ok if I skip the finishing resin part?

[@marksexton1340]

I'm curious about the seal coat, does it finish fairly smooth...? I'm looking at using OSB for some jigs, since prices of lumber have gotten so high. I've just never used a resin, so I'm not sure how this would work.

[@MrGoatflakes]

Looks fantastic, but what is the cost like compared to say shellaced or polyurethaned pine? Thanks 😊

[@PneumaticAddict]

Thanks for the feedback! Using the epoxy resin definitely made the project a little more expensive, but it was the only way I would be able to get a perfectly smooth, glass-like finish on the fronts. The epoxy creates some visual depth, but still has a smooth feel.

[@philliptoone]

I'm pretty sure you spent more on the epoxy than the OSB. I'm just curious if you got more epoxy on the floor than on the board.

[@gregghernandez2714]

You will always have some waste when working with Epoxy. Like she said, better to have mixed more, than not enough. Just like with Michelangelo's David... there was a ton of "wasted" marble, but just look at the finished product!

[@doibing9856]

Yeah, but it evens out to the cost of quarter inch plywood if you buy only the amount of epoxy needed for the project. I prefer this however since you can use pigments in the resin and make it really whatever you want. And the resin makes the wood really durable and resistant to chipping.

[@shwnshts9469]

@@doibing9856 ok but I think that the op point was all cost and time considered wouldn't a better wood and varnish,stain,or whatever be better? Unless this is all materials bought already...is it worth it?

[@shwnshts9469]

Haha what an ass😂

[@just4commentsDOT]

Can you stop at the seal/crumb coat? I don’t want any gloss finish on my osb, but I’m aware I need to seal it to smooth the edges.

[@PneumaticAddict]

You can, but the finish will be really blotchy and uneven. I'd still recommend a flood coat and then sand and buff to your desired sheen.

[@just4commentsDOT]

Pneumatic Addict Thanks for the quick reply! Will be using OSB In some upcoming projects, wish my luck lol

[@fernandchristiaens5349]

The author does like to from scratch, kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practise the full stack project, is still great.

[@sweetiepienumber1]

Nice. Maybe a first brush coat on the back with clear anything to help preserve it and keep moisture from the air out as well as keeping the splinters adhered? Excellent video.

[@PneumaticAddict]

That's a great point! I wish I would have coated the backs first.

[@ChiefMoonChunks]

This is really neat, that turned into a very nice piece.

[@PneumaticAddict]

freeman621 Thank you!

[@micssticksnpipes]

Nice idea. I think trimming the edges with a strip of wood might look good too

[@edcottingham1]

Or even some of that edge-banding veneer that comes in rolls for treating plywood.

[@catmando4914]

I hate to repeat others comments, but I LOVE the look.

[@PneumaticAddict]

Thanks Gary! I appreciate the feedback

[@ATERUTHLESS]

I really love that look, i made a diy table out of osb and im still using it for 4 years, but how I wish that I put epoxy resin on it . My table is kinda bloated in some parts and I dont know if i can still sand it without chipping off some of the bloated part.

[@LunarEleven]

Unfortunately, you can't do anything about it at that point. It's very different than real wood or even MDF in that you can only do so much with sanding before the wood starts peeling off in chunks. Luckily, OSB is cheap so you could always make a new table and cover it like this. The $$$ is in the materials you didn't use yet (basically the resin) so you probably already got your money's worth out of your current table so think of it that way.

[@zodak9999b]

That's an awesome looking drawer front, it made me click 'subscribe'. :) I'm getting ready to build another set of roll around shop drawers, and I think I'll use OSB coated with epoxy. One thing I learned from watching the folks at Stone Coat Countertops is to use a notched trowel to spread the epoxy and then go back and chop out any lines with a brush. You get a nice even coat that way.

[@cennybkillinum]

Such a cool looking piece of furniture! It would be awesome to colour the osb with a stain before epoxy just to give it an extra wow factor. Amazing video 👏👏👏

[@darrylkeogh7809]

Looks great, but what about your PPE whilst working with Epoxy ???

[@narcolepticmelody]

@pneumaticaddict I have OSB under the carpet on my stairs. Do you think there is a way I could coat them similar to what you did? Can I paint layer after layer or do I have to use the pouring method?

[@melchiorhof6557]

Nice. Use only a hairdryer and NEVER fire to get the bubbles out. The vapors are highly flammable! And if you do it inside: a coal filter mask is a must have.

[@vangazmicvoyage5077]

Melchior Hof Thanks for the safety tip. I have watched other KZbin videos about epoxy resin for counter and table tops and they use a plumber's torch but I'm always fearful of open flames for any project.

[@Automedon2]

they are not flammable at all

[@pathbasics]

Pneumatic Addict would this work on particle board??

[@mkushin]

Did the sanding end up getting rid of the ink markings?

[@Jason_Quinn]

Probably not something I'll ever do, but holy cow, was this fascinating to watch!

[@arcturusbbqsausagemaking2435]

Can I add color to that Like gelcoat for boats Im trying to make a pure white durable 4'×8' table with a white backdrop to shoot pictures for Ebay ,Do you think that would work for me ...Well done looks great

[@gamepurpose]

if i want epoxy on the wall and the base of the drawer, can i just brush the epoxy on them? or do I really need to pour and let the gravity to take it over?

[@phobos2k2]

That's pretty neat! I like the finished result.

[@Captleemo]

I wonder if you could stain that stuff before epoxy coating it. I must say that those drawer fronts really pop. Great job and thanks for sharing such an ingenious idea.

[@lokalnyork]

I've made table top from OSB painted with white gloss paint and glass sheet.

[@knottodaywoodworking9910]

Super cool technique and video! Has anyone tried coating a full sheet before breaking it down into the individual parts (i.e. drawer faces)? That would leave raw edges along every cut, and those would need to be dressed somehow, but it seems like it could save some time, and potentially decrease resin waste.

[@PneumaticAddict]

Good idea! If I had a better quality table saw with a very fine finish blade, that would be much more efficient!

[@SlowandExpensive]

Cool idea! It would be even more appealing if the o.s.b. was dyed. I'm imagining a red or blue, similar to what you'd see on a guitar. Just a thought, if you ever do another o.s.b. project.😊

[@pathbasics]

@Pneumatic Addict would this work with particle board?

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Love how this looks! Makes me want to play with more epoxy

[@PneumaticAddict]

3x3Custom - Tamar thanks! Me too! I love epoxy

[@600miles]

I love your videos, Tamar :-) I was just going to refer Alisha to your channel. I have been playing with epoxy for over a year.

[@guest4u1]

@@PneumaticAddict what is hardner solution you mix it up with epoxy? I mean whats that solution called in other way or name?

[@KevinTKeith]

Good video - thanks! You don't sand the front surface after the flood-coat dries?

[@PneumaticAddict]

Nope. No need to

[@KevinTKeith]

OK - thanks!

[@aprillanepolk3817]

Do I have to use heat gun to dry the epoxy

[@gumball572]

Hi, it's really beautiful what you did, but what is the primary grip that you used ? Thank you from France ^^

[@alejandrocantu4652]

I'm not a fan of OSB I've seen water damage in construction. But I love gave the OSB resin to protect it and a beautiful glass finish.

[@seanjmichel]

1:1 seems like a fast mix. How much work time you get with that. What brand resin?

[@LunarEleven]

For a resin pour on a table you want it pretty quick. There's so much dust you are not aware of in the air and longer dry time means more chances for particles to settle onto the resin. In other words this is not a beginner resin project. For small items that can be covered where you are placing things into the resin several layers of a slower drying mix is definitely prudent but this, I think a quick, confident hand and a fast set is ideal... ...but let's also talk about how much easier that is if you can afford to let the resin drip off onto the floor! *Cringe* really helps speed up application if you don't feel like crying when you hear it dribbling on the floor...

[@knappmiller]

The seal coat is an expoxy resin or different kind of material?

[@reclinerrecords9075]

did you seal the backs of the drawer fronts?

[@PneumaticAddict]

Yes, I brushed on a seal coat before attaching them to the drawers.

[@reclinerrecords9075]

a seal coat of what?

[@thomashansen871]

@@reclinerrecords9075 thebfirst step she did was a seal coat, it is the same epoxy, just brushed on and left to cure.

[@oxintheshop]

That looks awesome!! I made a video a while back turning a bowl from OSB. I really like the way you can make OSB (a cheap material) look amazing. Great work

[@vegass04]

OSB is cheap but the epoxy is crazy expensive.. So...

[@TheWoodPastor]

Elisha, this is awesome! Just showed it to my road trip buddy and now he wants to try it. I’ve never used resin but maybe this will get me out of my comfort zone. Good video and excellent finished product.

[@PneumaticAddict]

The Wood Pastor Thanks friend! This project definitely kindled my love for epoxy.

[@Whopper12345]

Pro-tip if you use petroleum jelly instead of the tape or on top of the tape if your worried about staining. It makes removal much easier

[@MrGoatflakes]

Also maybe cheaper polyester resin might work nearly as well? Not quite as hard finish but (at least used to be) much cheaper.

[@brittanygreen127]

Would this work for an OSB floor?

[@spoonsandspades]

What's an alternative to epoxy resin that I can get in the UK?

[@vinceskinner9357]

I have to say that looks amazing. Good work.

[@denniss8644]

Very unique idea, well done.

[@Yabroproductions33]

how much resin did you end up using for everything? Thanks.

[@XplusX12345678]

can you put edge band on OSB ?

[@MintStiles]

Great video! Perhaps consider alternatives to the cringing chisel application ;)

[@dnomyarnostaw]

You could have used an old boat building trick, and put a layer of mylar over the final epoxy coat. Mylar is a really smooth pkastic used for things like plan filing, and you can get it from stationers. It peels of when the epoxy is cured to create a glass smoth finish. It saves a whole lot of wasted epoxy and finishing time

[@PneumaticAddict]

I've never heard of that but its genius! Can I use that idea for a future project?

[@dnomyarnostaw]

Of course. Some discussion and details here www.boatdesign.net/threads/a-must-see-radical-way-on-plywood-epoxy-finish-job.48379/