Stripping chemicals and stains are highly flammable and can ignite. Never refinish near extreme heat or open flame.
Better yet, work outside if the weather permits. Safety Alerts!īefore starting, select a well-ventilated work area like the garage. When staining dressers, you usually don't have to worry about inside the drawers or cabinets since these parts are rarely visible. To add warmth to a larger room and make it seem cozier, choose a darker stain.
To open up a room and make it feel larger, opt for a lighter stain. No matter what, don't use deck stain on furniture.Ĭonsider the color or shade of stain to use according the room size. Water-based stains are more eco-friendly and offer easy cleanup with soap and water. However, they give off fumes causing a strong odor. Oil-based stains penetrate the wood without raising the grain. There are two types of stains, oil-based and water-based. Staining beautifies wood and helps reduce the contrast between the different types of grains in different pieces of furniture. How to Refinish a Dresser Step 1: Choose a Stain Do you have an old dresser or table that you've considered tossing because the surface is damaged, dirty or faded? Why not recycle it by stripping the old finish and applying a new coat of stain.
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