Applying wood stain is a great way to highlight wood grain. 💡 Simple 3 step process. 1. Sand. Down to 220 Grit. Don’t skip more than 60 grits are a time. Bye bye swirls. 2. Pre-stain conditioner. It temporarily seals the wood fibers for a uniform stain absorption. Bye bye blotchiness. 3. Stain. Massage in stain in small circular motion and wile off in direction of the grain. Don’t let the stain sit too long. To get a darker stain, apply a second coat. Learn more here: https://www.anikasdiylife.

How to Apply a Stained Finish on Open Grained Hardwood Examples: Oak, Ash, Mahogany, etc. How to apply this finish: 1. Sand the project up through the grits until at least 220-grit. It is a good idea to sand pieces that will be hard to reach before assembly. 2. Wipe the project with mineral spirits to check for glue splotches 3. Apply a good quality Oil Pigment Stain, dry 24 hours (Oil stains are easier to apply) 4. Use a good quality urethane top coat finish. Flood it on, let it sit and wipe it