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Refinish wooden tables, bookcases, a staircase, and other furniture for a fresh, new look using our step-by-step guide. Repainting only? Check out How to Paint Indoor Furniture.
Use a gentle grease remover to clear away any dirt, grime or other contaminants, then rinse the furniture with a damp sponge or rag to wipe off any cleaner residue. Dry the furniture with a towel, and let any remaining dampness air-dry.
Skip this step if your furniture is bare wood. Otherwise, use coarse sandpaper (approximately 120 grit) to remove the existing finish and/or paint from the piece. If you like the stain beneath the existing finish and want to keep it, continue to step 5. If you plan on restaining your furniture, you’ll need to continue sanding to remove the existing stain. Use medium sandpaper (approximately 150 grit), followed by fine sandpaper (approximately 220 grit), to complete the sanding process. Always sand in the direction of the grain. Don’t sand with a grit higher than 320. Sanding wood too smoothly will reduce its ability to retain stain. After sanding, remove all remaining dust from the furniture with a tack cloth. If you are struggling with the sanding process, or refinishing a brand-new piece, you may want to use chemical strippers instead of, or in addition to, sandpaper. Consult a painting professional before doing this, as chemical strippers will require ventilation, eye protection and a higher level of expertise.
Refinishing a spindle-back chair? Remove individual spindles and refinish each one to make the job easier.
Get a durable, non-yellowing finish for your final finish coat.
Enjoy a professional, furniture-like finish with this gorgeous interior paint.
Do you have more work to do? Learn DIY tips and tricks for painting wooden furniture.