1. Allow stain to cure for 3-5 days before applying finish coat.
2. Do not use steel wool between coats of latex polyurethane or clear acrylic finish as the mixture of water and steel will form rust.
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Project Steps:
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Materials you will need:
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#1 Prepare new wood for staining
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- Lightly sand wood to open grain
- Apply wood conditioner
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- Extra fine sandpaper
- Wood conditioner
- Gloves
- Drop cloth
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#2 Apply new finish
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- Test stain color on hidden section
- Apply stain with foam, bristle brush or cheese cloth
- Wipe off excess stain and allow to dry
- Apply second coat for even color
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- Interior stain or tung oil
- Foam or bristle brush
- Cheese cloth
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# 3 Apply Finish Coat
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- Brush on polyurethane or clear acrylic
- Allow to dry overnight
- Buff lightly with fine steel wool/fine sandpaper
- Apply at least one more coat
- Clean up
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- Polyurethane or clear acrylic
- 3' - 4' finish brush
- Steel wool/ fine sandpaper
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