I need to get a refreshers course on proper painting newly made wood furniture.
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3po3 on Apr 16, 2012It seems like you will be happier with the end product if you sand, then wipe it down thoroughly, then prime and paint.Helpful Reply
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Peace Painting Co., Inc. on Apr 17, 2012That's right, a light sand up front is easy and effective. Oil base primer will give you the smoothest surface after sanding but is more hassle to use than latex. As well, oil-base finish paint will give you the hardest and smoothest finish but takes longer to dry, has more vapors, must be cleaned up with thinner, etc. CPHelpful Reply
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