Sometimes this is enough, after which apply a coat of wax.

In this case, you can apply a second coat of stain.

There is just time to apply a coat before the winter weather really sets in.

You can also protect it by applying a coat of clear finish to the wood.

In most cases, you'll want to apply a second, third and even fourth coat of varnish.

To prevent this, you can apply a coat of lacquer.

I hung new blinds and applied a fresh coat of paint.

Wax manufacturers recommend that you apply a new coat every 45 days or so.

I rushed upstairs to apply a thick coat to the sink.

Building it up had been like applying coats of lacquer: slow.