How to Stain a New Wood Door | Avoid These DIY Mistakes

Avoid these common DIY mistakes when staining a door! Today I'm going to walk you through a very detailed tutorial for how to stain a new wood door. I'm covering some common beginner pitfalls to avoid as well as the steps to take to get pro results.
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Sandpaper or sanding blocks (80-220 grit): amzn.to/41ZKEAc
Electric sander if removing a finish: amzn.to/3ShFEDS
Wood Conditioner: amzn.to/3tWlE0g
Stain color of choice: amzn.to/3RXJOPL
I like Miniwax brand and used the color Jacobean for this project.
Gloves: amzn.to/3vE2Tz9
Choice of Staining Applicator:
- Brush: amzn.to/48WQkNt
- Rag: amzn.to/3HjkaQv
(I also simply cut up old white cotton t-shirts that are past their prime.)
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Tack cloths: amzn.to/41ZFDrg
Additional brush for polyurethane
Polyurethane or topcoat of choice: amzn.to/4b0kxgs
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Saw horses: amzn.to/3O2PCq9
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[@joycetaggart3123]

That wood is just beautiful! I worked with wood for 30yrs. I was just holding my breath before you told them don't shake the poly! When that mistake is over there is a lot of redoing .Like you said. you make the mistake ( and you know better ) you learn it from there. I think all that beautiful wood in your house is going to be great. Joyce

[@GraceInMySpace]

Thanks Joyce!

[@mjrh45]

Very comprehensive tutorial. Well done.

[@GraceInMySpace]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariareyesrosado425]

The door came out beautiful ❤

[@GraceInMySpace]

Thank you so much!

[@brendajones8503]

Love oak, my favorite wood. I cringe when I see youtubers painting it. You did a great job and your house is going to be beautiful.

[@GraceInMySpace]

Thank you so much!

[@sonniarichardson2507]

Love, love the stain color! Thanks for so many great tips!

[@GraceInMySpace]

You are so welcome!

[@anitamurray5619]

I love the hack about being able to turn the door over, so you don't need to wait for it to dry. Thank you

[@GraceInMySpace]

Cuts the project time in half!👏🏻

[@jessicaproulx7228]

This video come at a perfect time as I have to decide if I want to paint or stain my red oak doors. I think you sold me on stain. Thx

[@GraceInMySpace]

Good luck with the project!

[@johnnacrist8715]

Beautiful! :)

[@GraceInMySpace]

Thank you! 😊

[@dot2dal]

Very beautiful door. I checked in your description and I don’t see the stain. I could’ve missed it. Can you tell me what colour that was. It’s very pretty.

[@GraceInMySpace]

Absolutely! It’s in the description but here’s a quick link! amzn.to/3RXJOPL Miniwax Jacobean

[@marielancara4375]

❤