How To Stain Finished Furniture
Any wipe on finish will work minwax wipe on poly is a common brand.
How to stain finished furniture. Begin with a medium grit sandpaper 120. All stains require open pores for adequate absorption into the wood. Instructions for staining furniture prepare your sanding space.
On an old furniture piece clean the surface with a soft cloth dampened with commercial wood cleaner. Apply the stain evenly along the grain with a clean brush or cloth and let it stand for 10 to 15 minutes. Your cloth will simply wipe off the stain blocked from the pores by the existing finish.
The easy techniques for restoring old furniture on the following pages will work on any clear finish lacquer varnish polyurethane or shellac. How to darken the color of already stained furniture. The last step after staining or painting is to apply a coat of wood finish.
Sand bare wood lightly. Apply with a paint brush or cotton rag. Thoroughly mix the sealer stain.
Wipe off the excess stain using a clean cloth. Sand the piece lightly to remove the old finish. There are several options for wood fishes.
Applying stain over a finished surface will not change the color of the wood. Don t rub too hard as you don t want gouges or flat spots where. Allow the stain to dry 6 to 8 hours.