Purchase wood sealant at hardware or home improvement stores.
Things You Will Need
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Place the tree stump over several sheets of newspaper or a drop cloth.
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Sand the top of the tree stump with medium-grit sandpaper until you’ve smoothed the surface. Brush away the sawdust.
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Sand the top of the tree stump with fine-grit sandpaper until the stump is completely smooth and soft. Brush away as much of the sawdust as possible.
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Paint the entire stump with a thin coat of wood sealant. Do not apply a thick coat as it will take a longer time to dry and may form air bubbles.
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Let the wood sealant dry completely.
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Paint another thin coat of wood sealant and let it dry completely.
The Drip Cap
- There are a variety of decor items you can make from sawed-off tree stumps, including bookends, candlesticks or picture display pieces.
- Sand the top of the tree stump with medium-grit sandpaper until you’ve smoothed the surface.