
Staining knotty pine. Staining pine make this inexpensive wood look like a million bucks. An additional sanding will ensure that the wood is properly blended and prepared for staining. If youre working with raw pine boards dont forget to go over the cut ends as well. Antique pine often has a dark mellow color.
I show my process for getting an even finish when staining pine. After sanding the wood to. Its easy to get dark blotches and an uneven result. After taking off the rough outer layer switch to a finer grain 150 to 200 grit and sand the pine a second time.
Finishers prevent blotching in knotty pine by applying a wood sealer or conditioner before stainingcommercial wood conditioner usually consists of paraffin dissolved in a solvent and when you brush it on the wood the wax settles in the grain and prevents stain from soaking in.