Staining Wood Table

Tips for Staining Wood.

Staining wood table. Clean your furniture with a tack cloth to gently remove any dust or grime from the wood. Dont rub too hard as you dont want gouges or flat spots where they dont belong. We do not need to go pro like a real carpenter but there are a few things that you should pay attention to when.

Stir the stain with a paint stick before you start and during use if youre staining for a while. To stain wooden furniture start by sanding it with 100-grit sandpaper followed by 150-grit sandpaper and finally with 220-grit sandpaper. Sand with a 220 grit sandpaper to open the wood and make it easier for stain to penetrate.

Use a nylon or nylonpolyester brush or a saturated clean cloth and apply liberally to all areas of the wood surface including edges. Apply a wood conditioner according to the directions on the package. Staining is done using a tinted coating which is a bit similar to paint.

If youre sanding a table you can use a power sander with fine-grit sandpaper for the flat surfaces. Always sand with the grain of the wood. Stain a with a dark table with a light stain its also not a smart thing to do.

Gently sand all areas of the piece. Optional to help ensure uniform acceptance of the stain and finish use Minwax Water Based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner. We prefer porous wood when choosing wood to stain.

After 1 hour the surface is dry to the touch. Before starting the wood staining leave the hinges handles or know. If you decide your wood table need the extra protection remember to allow the stain to dry to avoid chipping peeling or loss of color.