Can I stain maple railings without sanding?
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If there is a shiny surface on the railings, it may prevent the stain from sinking into the wood. Do it correctly, do not take shortcuts, as you don;t want to have t do it over later.
You would have to sand the shine off first or the new stain won't be able to penetrate.
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Sanding is a good idea to make sure the stain penetrates and sticks.