Quote Originally Posted by locrian.vii View Post
Thanks, FrankenWashe!
I used 400 grit pretty vigorously on the lighter section to remove some blemishes, and that, I think, is what produced the effect I’m seeing.
For the extremely light sanding back, would you recommend a lower or higher grit paper? I think this is my only option at this point because the wood doesn’t appear to be taking any more of the finish.
And I’ll definitely try the Goo Off and wire brush; I didn’t even see the glue around the border before I started the finish.
I’m not too worried about the results of the looks for this—this is my first build, and really the first time I’ve done anything with my hands like this... really ever. =) It’s a learning process and I’m grateful for your ideas.
Thanks again!
I’d very cautiously take a couple of light passes with 240 grit. Once you have the stain in there and even you can achieve shine with your clear coats. Just take it a stroke at a time and really light on the pressure.
Generally for stain you don’t go past 320, and veneer tops are a tricky proposition for sanding as they are only 0.6 mm thick in most cases.
Good luck with it and remember less is more. You can take another pass at it but you can’t take an extra pass back once you’ve done it.