hey all,
So I'm looking at refinishing my first stock. From what I've been reading, it seems like most people suggest a chemical peeler to get the current (and old) finish off the wood, then using a damp rag and iron to get out any minor imperfections, followed by sand paper, and then oil.
is that the jist of it? if so, my question are : what do you use as a chemical for stripping it down?, do you sand with the grain or in small circles?, what kind and how do you apply the oil?
I'm trying to lighten the stock a bit, not blonde by any means, but a natural matte finish is what i'm after.... any suggestions?
thanks for the help
So I'm looking at refinishing my first stock. From what I've been reading, it seems like most people suggest a chemical peeler to get the current (and old) finish off the wood, then using a damp rag and iron to get out any minor imperfections, followed by sand paper, and then oil.
is that the jist of it? if so, my question are : what do you use as a chemical for stripping it down?, do you sand with the grain or in small circles?, what kind and how do you apply the oil?
I'm trying to lighten the stock a bit, not blonde by any means, but a natural matte finish is what i'm after.... any suggestions?
thanks for the help