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This is a discussion on chair stain within the The Finishing Touch forums, part of the General Woodworking category; hey guys I'm new to this never stained anything my first project was a Adirondack ...



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Old 05-16-2009, 08:43 AM   #1 (permalink)
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hey guys

I'm new to this never stained anything my first project was a Adirondack chair which i painted this one i want to try a stain. how much sanding do i do and to what grit. i know this probably sounds stupid but like i said i have never stained before.In the garden center here they have the chairs,some are real dull looking and some are real shiny.How do i go about getting this look. Thanks in advance l'm glad i found this forum you guys have really helped me out

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Old 05-16-2009, 10:07 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Stain colors the wood,the top coat determines the sheen. It requires a great deal of maintenance to stain and varnish anything that is used outdoors.
You might be better off painting.
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thanks for advice
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Old 05-19-2009, 12:01 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Sanding is very important. My last project i used a random orbital sander with 220 grit and a final run with 400 grit. I like to see the sheen on the wood befor the stain goes on. On a painted surface 220 may be ok. but be safe always sand down a peice of scrap and do a finish. test it out
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Why not repaint?
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