After using gel stripper on cabinets, what should I wash them with?
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They are wood veneer and will be staining. Do I wash them down and then finish sand or vice versa or both?
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I would check the directions on the stripper package that you use for what to wash them with afterward. You should have a clean dry surface to sand unless the package says otherwise.
Nancy Nesbitt
on Mar 03, 2015
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It's been so long since I've done this and I'm going from memory. But I remember I wiped mine down with a rag soaked in mineral spirits. Don't get them sopping wet but you do need to remove any trace of stripper or your stain will be very uneven. Light sanding is next , after they are completely dry and finish up with a tack cloth (which is just m.s. lightly applied to a rag!)
Cherie
on Mar 03, 2015
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A wet rag with warm water will do well but it may raise the wood grain a bit and you may have to lightly sand.
Capt.Mike
on Mar 04, 2015
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:) Thank you for the encouragement....I saw a glimmer of potential and progress today so think I may be ready for another round! I hear you about the "taking longer" now....so hopefully I will appreciate it that much longer too! LOL
Kristine Snyder
on Mar 04, 2015
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