Medium density hardwood is used with furniture, trim, doors and fine finishing.It can be stained to look like most popular wood finishes, but it is difficult to stain as it often results in inconsistent coloring.Before you stain the wood, use a wash-coat.
Step 1: Pick your stain.
There are two types of stains -- oil and water.It is easier to apply oil but harder to clean up.Light colors can be found in water-based stains.Oil-based stains are more preferable if you have a lot of space and fresh air.Gel stains are easy to apply and clean.They can be more expensive.
Step 2: If you want to remove a stain or paint, use a chemical stripper, coarse sandpaper, or both.
If you want to stain the wood a darker color than it is now, you can skip to the next step.You need to use a chemical stripper to remove old coloring.To sand off as much as possible, use a coarse-grit sandpaper.It's possible to use a chemical stripper for deep stains that aren't covered by sanding.If you want to sit according to the directions, apply a thick coat of stripper over everything.The stripper should be removed with a knife and steel wool.If you have excess stripper, wipe it off with a damp cloth.
Step 3: The entire piece of wood can be sanded with a medium-grit sandpaper.
To smooth the wood, use a hand sander.Sand in the direction of the wood grain along the natural lines.After every sanding, wipe the wood down with a cloth.The best way to pick everything up is with tacky clothes.
Step 4: Sand with a fine-grit paper.
Hit the wood with a paper that will smooth it out.If you want to get the best results, you need to work your way up, using 180-200, 200, and 220 sandpaper.Dust can be wiped off with your tack paper.
Step 5: After sanding, wipe the wood down with mineral spirits.
The natural coloring of the wood is brought out by this.A light coating of mineral spirits can be rubbed on with a rag.After a few minutes, wipe it off with a clean cloth.
Step 6: The wood conditioner will help absorb the pigments.
The wood absorbs the stain differently, making it difficult to stain.If you want a weathered, rustic look, skip the wood conditioner and move on.For a nice coat, you need a wood conditioner.The wood conditioner needs to be stirred thoroughly.To apply a thin layer of conditioner on the wood, use a clean rag.For 15 minutes, let the conditioner soak in.Use a clean rag to remove excess conditioner.
Step 7: Prepare to stain within two hours of applying conditioner.
If you wait too long, the wood will start to dry out.Within two hours of staining, conditioner should be applied, dried, and wiped clear.
Step 8: The stain should be tested on a small area of wood.
Put a thin square of stain on the area.Wait a few minutes for the stain to soak in, then wipe it all off with a clean cloth, making sure you timed how long you waited to remove it.The longer the stain sits, the darker it will be.You have to wipe it off faster if you want lighter coloring.
Step 9: Use a paint brush, foam brush or rag to mix up your stain.
To get a nice even coloring on the wood, make sure you stir up the stain completely.
Step 10: The entire piece of wood should be stained with a thin coating of stain.
A more uniform coating can be achieved using a rag and brushes.Work slowly, adding a thin, even coat.You don't need a lot of stain on your brush at any one time.
Step 11: You can make a final pass with your brush.
If you want to avoid bubbling, puddles, or blotting out the stain, wipe it away.Your final brush of stain should be following the wood grain.
Step 12: After 15 minutes, wipe the stain off with a clean rag.
It's important that the stain doesn't dry on the wood.It can be hard to add more stain or finish later on if it does.Wait several minutes and then wipe the stain off with a clean rag.The darker the coloring, the longer you leave the stain on.
Step 13: The coat should be allowed to dry.
If you want specific instructions for your stain, check the can.You can always add another coat of stain after the stain has dried to get a darker finish.
Step 14: If you want to add a finish, you need to sand the surface.
The finish is what protects the wood from damage.To lightly sand the surface, use a fine-grit paper.Once you're done, wipe the surface down with a clean cloth.
Step 15: Apply your preferred finish.
Once you're done, apply a second coat with the very fine grit sandpaper.If you want a finish that is most durable to least durable, you should choose the Polyurethane Water-based polyurethane Wood lacquer finishing oils.
Step 16: The wood should be cured at 70F (20C) for a few days.
It will take 48 hours to cure the wood.The finish and color can be set attractively.