Wood Finishing Tips (page 4 of 5)

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Inspect Before You Stain

Turn out the lights and shine light at a low angle across the wood to reveal imperfections. Flag the problem areas with masking tape and sand them out.

Wipe Instead Of Brush

Wipe oil-based polyurethane onto hard-to-brush surfaces using a soft, lint-free cloth. Wiping leaves a thinner coat than brushing, so you’ll have to apply more coats. Water-based poly becomes sticky too fast for wiping.