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Gel Stain Gets It's Deep Rich Hue From A Large Amount Of Colorants.

For raw wood, yes, you also need to sand before applying gel stain. I’ve had a hard time finishing up projects lately, but this dresser had a bit of a deadline on it, and helped me to kick my butt into gear and work on it. Prepare the surface of the wooden furniture.

You Don’t Want To Sand Off Any Of The Previous Finish, Otherwise You Will Be Left With A Blotchy Look Once You Stain.

You don’t need to strip or sand away the old finish, as gel stain goes right over the top of the previous finish. Be sure to use a sanding block/sponge or use sandpaper wrapped around a sanding block so you applying even pressure. Work on one section at a time.

Apply Gel Stain Liberally And Wipe Off Excess Stain With A Cloth Or High Quality Paper Towels.

Using a rag or a foam brush, apply the stain. Minwax® gel stain is specifically designed to give you full control over the staining process and help you achieve beautiful results. How to apply a stained finish on closed grain hardwoodexamples:

To Apply The Gel Stain Over Wood, Follow The Instructions Below.

How to layer general finishes gel stains to create a new color. Take a rag and wipe off the excess gel stain. This will usually produce a darker coloring, but it adds a step to the process and slows production.

Apply A Second Coat Of Gel Stain For A Darker Effect, Repeating The Brushing On And Wiping Off Process.

This is my favorite way to use a gel stain. Using the flat part of a dry bristle brush angled a bit, brush across and feather out in the direction of the grain pattern. Sealing the stain with a topcoat before applying the.