Because of the polyurethane resins, it’s actually a somewhat “soft” surface which in turn, gives it abrasion resistance. Does polyurethane shrink in dryer? how to shrink polyurethane shoes.

Does polyurethane finish scratch easily?

Oil-based polyurethane is a great finish for solid wood furniture. It’s hard, durable, and scratch resistant. We also apply it by brush so that our furniture has a bench-built look that you can’t achieve with a spray finish – which produces an over-perfect top coat.

Why is my poly scratching?

Unless the job site conditions is perfect, insufficient dry time can be the cause of your easy scratching. First coat applied of amber seal applied heavy, 2 hours drying. First coat of poly applied after, before sealer is fully dried, result the poly has nothing firm to grab onto, so it goes on thin.