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*What Grit Should I Use for Prep Sanding Raw Wood?

The most critical part of finishing a piece of furniture happens before you open a can of stain or paint - it starts with the sanding. Sanding is critical to creating a smooth surface. Use the following sanding sequences for new wood:

PAINT

For wood that is going to be painted, use 120-grit, followed by 150-grit.

*How Can I Tint or Mix Your Black Glaze to Make a Custom Gray Color?

Glaze Effects Technique Tips

There are three ways:

*How Does Brushable White Enamel Compare to Enduro White Poly?

Brushable White Enamel

General Finishes Enduro Pigmented White Poly and

*How Do I Correct Color Lift when Applying High Performance Over GF Water Based Dye Stain?

Dye Stains (Water Based) High Performance Water Based Top Coat Repairing & Trouble Shooting Water Based Finishes

It is normal to see a bit of stain on the brush when applying the first coat of topcoat. Topcoats often pull a bit of color on the first pass, but good preparation will minimize this.

To prepare open grains woods such as raw Oak for a water-based stain, we recommend sanding with 180-grit followed by no more than 220-grit sandpaper.