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Ultraflex Softback Sanding Sponge

Don't work like a dog sanding anymore! Use softback sanding sponges! They fit on standard palm sanders, are very flexible, easy to clean (rinse with water), and last a LONG time. They work great for buffing between coats of finish and for buffing out coats of Satin Wax.

*How Do I Remove the Smell of Tobacco from Furniture Before Refinishing?

Preparation and Sanding Technique Tips

Spray your project inside and out with Ozuim Sanitizer.
Place a box or bowl of charcoal briquettes inside your project.
Cover your entire project with plastic and let it sit for 24 hours.
Clean your project with a Scotch-Brite pad and a 50/50 mix of denatured alcohol and water.
Sand the surface with a 150-grit or 180-grit sanding pad. We recommend Softback Sanding Sponges.
If there is still a bit of lingering odor, a coat of shellac may help.

How do I remove the smell of tobacco from furniture before refinishing?

Preparation and Sanding

We recommend the following technique:

Spray your project inside and out with Ozium Sanitizer.
Place a box or bowl of charcoal briquettes inside your project.
Cover your entire project with plastic and let it sit for 24 hours.
Clean your project with a Scotch Brite pad and a 50/50 mix of denatured alcohol and water.
Sand the surface with a 150 or 180 grit sanding pad. We recommend Softback Sanding Sponges.
If there is still lingering odor, a coat of shellac may help.

How do I remove the tobacco smell from a piece of furniture I am refinishing?

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Sun, 04/27/2014 - 12:00

A coat of Shellac may help to remove tobacco smell from furniture. If that doesn't work try this:

Q&A: Prepping General Finishes Milk Paint

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Mon, 01/20/2014 - 12:00

This week, we wanted to share one of the common questions from users of our popular water based

What pre-existing surfaces can I apply General Finishes Gel Stain (AKA One Coat Wonder) to?

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Tue, 04/08/2014 - 12:00

You can apply Gel Stain to MDF, stained surfaces

Faux Finishing Your Wood Furniture and Cabinet Projects

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How to Prep Wood For Stain: Sanding, Cleaning & Color Selection

Begin with the end in mind

Wood finishing is fun and easy. Don't rush through finishing a piece of furniture as if it is a race. Imagine how it will look finished in your home in living color. Set up a good prep area. Turn on some tunes. Get creative and enjoy the journey.

Why Should I Use General Finishes ENDURO Pro Series Polyurethanes?

Enduro Pro Series Clear and White Polyurethane by General Finishes

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Get professional performance for a competitive price. This new pair of ENDURO topcoats are tintable, fast-hide coatings for professional and industrial use. The high solids content provides strong build and 2-coat hide when primed with Enduro White Undercoat or General Finishes Stain Blocker.

Enduro Professional Water-Based Sanding Sealer

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Enduro Professional Water-Base Sanding Sealer is a clear undercoat with strong adhesion properties that forms an easily sandable foundation for your project. This fast-drying pre-catalyzed sealer is designed as a basecoat for General Finishes topcoats.