TIP: If you refinish a table with inserts, make sure you strip, stain and finish those at the same time so they will match! Next, Strip Off the Finish Even if you are going to paint, I suggest stripping off the current finish or paint on your piece of wood furniture. Can you refini...
Make sure to read the instructions on your stripping chemical first. I put cardboard under the table and a big drop cloth on top of the cardboard to protect my flooring and rugs from the chemicals and mess. My husband was away when I tackled this job so I didn’t have the manpower ...
You can now start to polish your table. Use a very small amount of a furniture polish specifically designed to restore or refinish wood. This will add a layer of shine to your wood without stripping off any essential oils. Use a clean cloth to apply a small amount of polish to the tip...
STEP 3 – STRIP OLD PAINT OR STAIN IF NEEDED At this point, if you are keeping the wood finish, I would useCitristripto strip away the old varnish or stain. This product is easy to work with and does a great job stripping away varnish and paint. There are no harsh fumes and it’s...
or completely stripping the whole part or vehicle of its original coating layers. This sanding or grinding process typically results in the exposure of bare metal. Prior to the application of final top-coat materials, the use of three separate undercoating systems is generally recommended. The san...
Valuable tips on refinishing antique furniture. Tips to refinish like a pro without damaging the integrity or value of the piece. Maintain your investment. Steps 1 Confirm that you are not removing the patina from an expensive antique. What you don’t want is to take a $1,000 table and...