once again,
thanks for the replies.
frank, i will send you an email with a pic. i like your idea about just leaving it alone.

mar-k, there are no areas on any plank that are not adhering. i don't think i could apply it any cleaner than i did this time. there should be no problem with me not using a wood sealer is there? i was going for the "bartop" look. i guess i'm just a bit too fussy!!!
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