Step-By-Step Instructions
Light Wood with Stain Instructions
Smooth Finishes
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Prep It
Clean surface and scuff up if glossy.
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- Pour 1-part denatured alcohol (or rubbing alcohol) and 1-part water into a spray bottle or bowl. Wipe surface down with mixture.
Prime It
Apply Retique It® Stainable Liquid Wood
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- Apply one coat of Retique It® Light Wood as your base coat.
- Make your final strokes long and even. (Stay consistent with the direction you want the grain)
Stain It
Apply Retique It® Gel Stain or another brand
of "non-penetrating" wood stain.
of "non-penetrating" wood stain.
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With Retique It® Water-based Gel Stain
- Put on protective gloves (Optional)
- Thoroughly stir your stain.
Love It
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