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After having a shop with wood paneling my current shop has drywall painted white with lots of lighting. The white walls make it so much brighter and my aging eyes need all the help they can get. So, in my opinion, don't stain (which makes it darker) but leave it natural or even consider a white wash to lighten it even more.

 

What greatview said. Rock it and paint it white. Save the pine for projects.

 

As others have said and in opposition to the Rolling Stones "Paint it White" You appreciate the reflected light which will make seeing what you're doing easier. I've a barn and two tracks of fluorescent and its still dim. It was only when I started putting up Husky Trackwall (white rails) that the shop started to seem a little brighter and easier to see in.

 

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- MadMark

happy wife …...HAPPY LIFE

What greatview said. Rock it and paint it white. Save the pine for projects.

- muleskinner

DO NOT PAINT WOOD

 

Maybe a little of both,,,thin some oil base paint in white or the off whites down 3 to 1 with mineral spirits and do a wash coat and then leave as is or poly over it. try something on a sample piece first to see how you like it. Looks Great on pine.

 

This is great response. I really appreciate all the comments. I will try and send pictures of the progress. I'm sure I will be asking for further advice. Enjoy your weekend.

 

Does anyone have some advise on a home made bowjack?