Rust-Oleum Projects
Baseball Bat Flag
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Estimated Time
Approximately 24 hours
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Challenge Level
Easy
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Tools & Supplies:
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Bare wood half baseball bats
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Firm backing of cardboard or plywood
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Wooden stars
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Wood glue or hot glue
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Lint-free cloths
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Stir sticks
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Sandpaper in #120, #150, #180 and #220 grits
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Drop cloth
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Protective gloves
This DIY baseball bat project is easy with Varathane wood stain. Combine All-American patriotism and your favorite sport for a piece that’s sure to start a conversation.
Step 1: Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or liquid stripper. Prepare bare wood for staining by sanding in the direction of the wood grain. Begin with #120 grit sandpaper and progress to #220 grits. Wipe off sanding dust with a lint-free cloth before staining.
Step 2: Stir or shake material thoroughly before and occasionally during use. Apply a sample of stain on an inconspicuous area to test. Apply one coat of stain liberally with a brush or clean, lint-free cloth. Allow to penetrate for 5-10 minutes then remove excess by wiping with another clean cloth in the direction of the grain.
Step 3: Allow stain to dry to the touch for approximately 1 hour. Apply one coat of Varathane Triple Thick Polyurethane. Allow at least 2 hours to dry. All 24 hours for full cure.
Step 4: Once fully cured, stars can be glued to the blue portion of the project and bats can be assembled on a firm backing, such as plywood.