Water popping

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006535",
  "term": "Water popping",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The process of applying a thin layer of water to a sanded hardwood floor or piece of wood before staining. This technique intentionally raises the wood grain, opening up the wood's pores to accept stain more deeply and evenly, resulting in a darker, more uniform color. After the water is applied, the surface must dry completely, which takes from 30 minutes to several hours depending on humidity.",
  "synonyms": [
    "grain popping"
  ],
  "subject": "Carpentry",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Water Popping",
    "es": "levantamiento de fibra por agua",
    "fr": "ouverture du grain par l'eau"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/water-popping/"
}