How do I go about refinishing my dining room table and chairs?
We just did this! They look great. You can use the weblink I provided- or I copied in most of the directions/materials- to get you started! Good Luck! Materials: stain polyurethane 100-, 150- and 220-grit sandpaper stain brushes rags tack cloth Tools: orbital or belt sander (optional) router (optional) Tips/Benefits: • Water-based polyurethane is not only better for the environment, but it will also dry in under an hour. • Always sand and stain with the grain of the wood. Figure B Steps: 1. Sand the entire table (figure A), removing all stain from edges and legs. If using an orbital or belt sander, be careful not to gouge the surface. Do most of the initial sanding and varnish removal with the 100-grit sandpaper, then step up to 150-grit and do a final pass with 220-grit to smooth out the grain for the new finish. 2. Use the router along the edge for a decorative edging if desired (figure B). 3. Use a tack cloth to remove any dust. 4. Apply stain, brushing with the grain. Apply liberal
