Refinishing a Table

Here a a step by step "how to" refinish a stained table top.
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[@cgilleybsw]

7 years later, your video is still giving. We have a solid oak kitchen table almost identical to yours, and over the years, it's been well used.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@kurthutchinson7553]

I just got quoted 2500 bucks to refinish a buffet.... thanks to this video and that quote, I'm going to go for it. Thanks 👍🏿

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[@adorabledeplorble8497]

I just spent seven hours sanding a table top. I already know what I’m doing, but I needed a breather. You are my coffee/video break before staining 😎 Great video!

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[@adorabledeplorble8497]

Around The Home Holy Moly that’s a lot of work on that website! I’ll need some time to roam around, but kudos to you and your family for the creativity and the dedication! I’m going to pace myself, but for sure going to check out Maddy’s river rocks next 😎

[@Arch3an]

When you said "I'm gonna do some shots" I thought you meant alcohol before doing the table LOL. Great video and good instructions. Thanks for making it!

[@AroundTheHome1]

Your welcome. You know sometimes a drink doesn't hurt.

[@Arch3an]

I definitely second that.

[@susangoodman235]

I sure enjoyed this video. and that you showed in time lapse just how long it takes to sand the top. no cutting corners. its a timely and worthwhile process.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@mexicandoll6231]

This gave me the courage to just go for it. You make seem so easy & explain everything very well! Thank you!

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@nanarose3496]

This is great! You have given me the faith to try this on an identical table. Love it!

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[@iosca40]

Nana, you are a beautiful Lady! Always the faith works in all our difficult circumstances`!

[@alanjackman5729]

thanks dude. 6 years later and this is the best DIY video about this.

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[@Bessmaster2000]

Have a table almost identical to yours. Thanks for giving my a great start in finishing my own oak table. Great times on power tool selection.

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[@honberiz]

I have a table just like yours, in similar starting condition to what yours had. I just watched all the way through, and I got SO excited for my eventual results like you've got. Thanks for sharing!

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[@krazeekalvin]

I have the same table that my wife and I bought over 20 year's ago. We let "friends" stay in our house while we were overseas and made it look like it was used as a work table. I'll be back in the country at the end of the year. So this is what I'm going to do. We habe only seen pictures and is one of the many things that had us upset. Besides the other damage and thing's that was taken. Thank you for your video.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@DELO480]

Awesome walk-through/talk-through! Clear every step of the way, little tips here and there. Great stuff and nice table!

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[@KatPickles]

I'm halfway there. I got holy shirts, Gatorade (in a glass lol) and a table I want to refinish. I'm so ready. Great video! Thank you!! Seriously, so helpful. Can't wait to gussy up my grandmas handmedown table.

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[@armchaircouch]

This rocks. Warning to viewers, if you have headphones on turn the sound down until you adjust to all the banging. PS, LMAO at the beginning, I was really thinking in my head well OK luckily I have most of the stuff LOL Pps this video is great. The music was hilarious, but the detail is perfect and with the tips and everything, thank you very much.

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[@fighterpilot8796]

Thank good I found this. Have the SAME table, with its matching chairs that I’m redoing soon.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@vlogfamous8049]

thanks for this video. I found a B.P. John 7 drawer Desk in my Apartment Complex sum years ago being thrown away. it was in nice shape I used it. but was

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@katrinagrech2506]

Love your videos Nathan I have learnt alot from ur vids I'm very passionate on restoring old furnicture realy well done keep ur vids coming plz

[@AroundTheHome1]

Thank you very much. I do need to add more furniture projects.

[@MetalSlugzMaster]

Question: I want to refinish a solid oak table too, that will be subject to direct sunlight because the dining room has tons of windows. Spar varnish is super UV resistant but is soft and scratchable while polyurethane is a great hard scratch resistant sealer but not UV protective. Both are oil based but different chemistries. Can I apply the poly over the spar without it separating?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I have honestly never mixed two different finish coats. I don't think that will work. I think that it would probably coat but then chip off easily if you did that. If I can be honest for a second, I think you are just over thinking this and worrying about the sunlight too much. You say the table will be in the dining room, and even though it will get a lot of sunlight, it's not in direct light like if it was outside. The newer polyurethanes are better about not yellowing then the older ones. Simply put, if it's an indoor table then use the polyurethane. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@MetalSlugzMaster]

@@AroundTheHome1 That was my suspicion as well, that the hard coat would eventually chip off the softer more flexible one underneath. Coincidentally yes, the table does come in contact with direct evening sun through a large sliding door for 2 to 3 hours a day during the summer if the blinds aren't closed and is partially responsible for the fading and peeling of the original finish. I'm doing this as a birthday gift for my mother and she refuses to move the table elsewhere, haha. I've decided to use General Finishes Oil and Eurethane with a lot of coats. A little spendier but will probably hold up better than the cheaper Minwax poly without breaking the bank. We bring the kids over often too, and they put that table through what my brothers and I did as kids so I think it'll do well. Thank you for your input!

[@830ladybug]

THANK YOU for the step by step process! Been looking for instructions to try this on my dining room table!

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[@regionvoices6607]

Good news! Minwax representative said it will be fine. It may admit a odor for a while inside and will disappear. The water based type may have been a better alternative but you are correct. What's done is done! It looks great I must say Thanks for your support

[@AroundTheHome1]

That's good. I bet it does look great.

[@jentlejd]

Thank you so much for this video!!! I have this same table from a thrift store for $40 and I'm gonna stain the top.

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[@ELEB2634]

Watched this and immediately subbed, you have a great way of teaching which is great to follow. My next weeks viewing sorted. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.

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[@jadecolagross4474]

Wow this is almost the exact table my moms giving me!

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[@TheNotBusyLife]

We have a table like yours, but in worse shape. Your sander/shop vac setup looks amazing! I think we'd be stuck doing the sanding by hand... for ever... so maybe we'll just do a light sand and paint. But thank you so much for sharing this job and all your tips along the way!

[@matkirchild6930]

Just discovered your channel!!! I searched "Refinishing a table top", and saw this. I have a table that is virtually identical to yours, both before you refinished it, and hopefully as nice as yours when I get done refinishing it.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@goldwingerppg5953]

A plastic newspaper bag with a twist tie works well too on brushes.

[@christina9207]

This video was a great tutorial for refinishing. I actually did like the time lapse because it showed the entire process. Your instructions were very clear and just enough detail to not overwhelm a beginner. The table transformation was amazing. I am going to refinish a smaller table so this was very helpful. And lol...I thought you were going to take some shots too! Very funny...that made this video fun to watch too...like the shades :)

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@ericgrey4744]

I love this channel. About to attempt this on something from the 1920s.

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[@carris3ringcircus390]

I wrap my brushes like that too.. And if I'm doing a big project that takes a few days I pop them in the freezer. They thaw out in about 10 mins and they're ready to go 👍😁

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[@jennbisping9885]

THANKs for your great example. Refurbishing my first table now!

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[@markcjohnsen]

I did the hand sand paper once. Buy an orbital sander from harbor freight or somewhere, soooo much easier. Hand sanding is not fun. I agree - it looks way easier on the video, but stick w/ it... It'll be worth it.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Yup, get a power sander. Glad you liked it.

[@chemistryguy]

It looks like you didn't sand the edges following the first coat of varnish. Too little return for the extra work? I'm planning on refinishing the table my wife got from her grandma while she's gone for 3 days. Watching this video, it sounds like it's going to be tighter than I originally thought.

[@stateniland]

Hello.. I have a wood front door on my home.. it's Alder. I would like to clean it then apply a good clear natural sealer without discoloring the natural OFF WHITE COLOR of the door.. Any suggestions would be appreciated. THANK YOU

[@AroundTheHome1]

You know, I'm sorry. I have no experience with Alder. I would check into a local lumber specialty store / mill. They should have hopefully have some knowledge and products to take care of it.

[@adrianparis4402]

Great job. It looks like it’s ready to be on RC Wiley’s show room.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@Liminein]

Definitely dreading the whole sanding process

[@AroundTheHome1]

I understand that. It's not fun. Oops, I told the truth when everyone else just makes it look super easy. Good luck on your project.

[@mackhomie6]

It's more boring than anything. If you're winded, it's almost certainly because your sandpaper is gummed up or not gritty enough (not abrasive enough, rather). Or, like this guy, you don't mind.

[@andyjame28]

Very useful and efficient

[@AroundTheHome1]

Glad you think so!

[@grammyspa-jammies1737]

Thank you so much! Mu hubby and I bought a really nice dining table from the Habitat Restore. The ends are great but the 2 middle leafs look 'kid worn'. I want to redo the entire top. Your video is most helpful!

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@operationarchangels9548]

It's actually a Polly with a yellow tint. That's what they use. The reason why it looks like it's peeling is because of the tint they put in the poly. I know a lot of people with those type of tables and they have the same problem

[@banga8080]

Bro 1st time on your channel and dying laughing I'm subbing 😂😂😂😂

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@blancaarteaga1079]

Finally I understand the grids of a sander

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@misspssoutherndelights6425]

Thanks for the tip. I will use it to redo my kitchen table. Great video!!

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[@Beee2343]

Maybe I missed it but what grit is the light sanding for the first coat of polyurethane?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Depending on how rough your first coat of poly feels between 180 to 220 grit. Then up to 300 and 500 - 600 for final.

[@chrissystephanus4822]

First time seeing you lookinnfoe help u made my day. Now on to watch the video never sanded before but wana try to redo my kitchen table

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[@TheCreyes106]

nice .. you used two type of polyurethane can you provide the name please .

[@AroundTheHome1]

Glad I could help. I believe the polyurethane that I used in this project was the Minwax Satin finish oil based. For more great videos check out my website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@lisamaier9984]

Thanks for the fun and great video. Your table turned out beautiful. We just had given ours away and it was in great condition. I am working on a potato / onion bin that my parents had and needed to make sure I was doing it correctly. Thanks again and enjoy your fab. table :)

[@dianelayman7668]

Hi Nathan, thank you for your video. I’m in the process of refinishing my table which is very close to the one you have. I couldn’t see the polyurethane can. Is it Minwax and what finish is it? Is it a satin or semi gloss?

[@AroundTheHome1]

@Diane Layman thank you for your question. I did use Minwax to finish this table. Also, if I remember correctly it was satin. I had been using satin almost exclusively for the past decade. Though the finish is ultimately up to you.

[@regionvoices6607]

Thanks For your expertise. Do you use lacquer thinner of a wash after stripping?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Double check what the stripper wants you to clean it with. After that, a wipe down with some lacquer thinner is a good way to get rid of any contaminates.

[@angelaradzyuk459]

Why not use stripper before sanding to get most of the old finish off?

[@AroundTheHome1]

You can do it that way, but I figure if I am going to sand why use stripper too. If I am going to use stripper, then I am avoiding the sanding. But because I wanted to take a little off the surface of this table to take out some dings, I just went straight for the sander. Thanks for watching and don't forget to stop by our website for many more helpful videos. www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@HJaeT]

Did you change grits of sandpaper during the original sanding? I already sanded the table with 80 grit, do I now need to sand again with 120? Or softer?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Yes, go finer. Start at 80 then 120 then 200/220. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org

[@anniep3662]

I saw another video where they did some light sanding on the table top to break the first layer of lacquer and then used a stripper to get a majority of the old stain off. Do you think this would be a good technique for someone who’s 1) not super comfortable using an electric sander and 2) doesn’t wanna spend hours having to stand and actively sand verses being able to let a product sit and do the work for me.

[@AroundTheHome1]

You can use a stripper instead of sanding, sure. But, it's not always as easy as you make that part sound. Strippers all have a certain amount of time that they work then have to be cleaned off and re-applied. If you wait too long the stripper just dries up and then, depending on the type of stripper that you used, cleaned up. Then you have to start again. I had some neighbors that went that very route. Now they were doing the entire table and chairs so it was a bit harder then just the table top. When they used the stripper they did not clean it off good enough between coats and ended up making quite the mess. Then they just gave up and threw it all away because it became just crazy. Again, if you are just doing the top, it is a lot easier because you don't have to clean anything out of groves and such. So, I guess my point is sure. Using the stripper is just fine. Just make sure to fully read the directions and follow them to get proper results. Thanks for watching and don't forget to stop by our website for many more helpful videos. www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@rhiannonw7733]

Thanks for the vid. We will follow your instructions. :)

[@mrsseasea]

I have sanded right through once.......I learned my lesson! Like your video!

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[@timking9646]

Can you use a random orbital sander to sand a herringbone design? Will it scratch any of the design as the grain changes direction due to the design.

[@AroundTheHome1]

If your table has a herringbone design then it's most likely a laminate inlay. This is very thin and would take an expert hand and a very fine sandpaper to not damage that with a power sander. The random orbital sander would work good, but it would be dangerous to use because you could easily sand too much and destroy the table. I normally recommend hand sanding on any laminated wood.

[@barrys2117]

Nice job. Thanks for your time.

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[@joshgeller8883]

Should I sand after staining but before first coat of polyurethane?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I have never needed to sand after staining and that would wear your new stain off. I would suggest to just sand in between coats of poly. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org/

[@monicaleifer8043]

Very useful video. Thanks much!

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@ManojKumar-xh2jg]

Hi pl which company this polish I need picture

[@basstrammel1322]

This is a good video that made me realize I should never try to revive my coffee table...

[@AroundTheHome1]

Refinishing furniture is a lot of work. Don't let anyone tell you different. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@basstrammel1322]

@@AroundTheHome1 Seems like a lot of opportunities for failure, too!

[@regionvoices6607]

In addition, did you simply sand off the old clear coat, spar varnish or whatever was used before

[@AroundTheHome1]

I sanded off the previous poly coat and slightly into the wood to take out scratches. Then I stained and applied finish coats of poly to it.

[@Ambersands123]

Hey so I'm sanding a chair down to repaint it with acrylic paint, am I in way over my head? Do I have to use primer? I have no idea what I'm doing.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Well, for me to give you an answer, I have to ask you a few questions first. The chair that you are sanding, was it stained or painted first? You want to paint it with acrylic, but do you want it antiqued or distressed? That will also tell me if you want a primer, by your desired finish.

[@hedongshihouleyie]

what do you think to use chemical (lye) to remove old finish and then sand it? that could be much easier ,and can get better result.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Not familiar with using lye. I have used citrus based paint / stain strippers and found them to work well. Personally on a table like this I like to just get the sander out. I normally only grab the stripper if there are multiple layers of paint on something..

[@kevinp6116]

Nice job! Great details, thanks.

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[@ooflagen127]

Is there any reason why you did not use paint stripper?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Sure, because I was also taking out some of the deep scratches and small dings. Thanks for watching and don't forget to stop by our website for many more helpful videos. www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@audreymunson2270]

Thanks!!!! Great video! I'm refinishing the same exact table

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[@sunnyfairy1243]

so, I've just started sanding a table that been so badly stained, just to discover that it was veneered, and i used a pity knife to dig deep into veneer and remove the black and dark brown stain. the point is that i don't know what to do now.. Any advice would be helpful.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Sounds like you have a handful there. And of course the fact that this table is a veneer and not solid complicates things. First I need to know if you damaged the top layer of the veneer or is it still in tact, or mostly in tact. Then we will go from there.

[@drz400smguypessel9]

Great video, I will make this a winter project for sure dude! Thanks for the tips and great advise!

[@regionvoices6607]

Is their a specific reason why you sanded all three pieces separately instead of having it pushed together. Plus, how did you get that monster into the garage by yourself?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I opened the table up so that I could get all the edges around each leaf of the table. I also didn't want any piece to sand differently. Sometimes when you have a table top that opens and put pressure where the leaves connect they will slightly push down and then create an imperfect flat surface. That will leave a tiny valley and it will not sand properly.

[@nydiacollins8957]

I have the exact table and decided to stain it darker. What type of tool would you recommend to get the base of the table and all 6 chairs? Thank you for posting this video.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Awe, the hard part. First of all there is no perfect tool for everything, don't let anyone tell you that. Those rounded, trimmed areas are going to need a combination of tools. You could use the random orbital sander on some of the flat areas on a slower speed to keep control. Oscillating multi-tools generally have a triangle shaped detail sander attachment that is good. Sanding sponges are also good for this because the can take the shape of what you are sanding. And of course just sand paper. Those areas are going to require a lot of hand sanding. So good luck on your project.

[@percillarusso7970]

I have a parquet tabletop. How do I sand it with the grain? There are so many directions of grains

[@AroundTheHome1]

Using a random orbital sander is the best for a table like that. Always be careful if it is solid wood or a laminate or inlay. With a power sander you can sand through those thin layers.

[@carriemolinero5097]

Question for you... I want to refinish a kitchen table this has been badly abused. However, I have 2 small kids and a huge family that comes over. They are all notorious for leaving glasses to sweat on the table, which leaves horrible rings. Someone I met said to put a marine finish on it. Is that possible?? REPLY

[@AroundTheHome1]

Carrie, thanks for watching and for posting your question. Let me tackle this one item at a time. You said someone mentioned using a marine finish. That is kind of a broad statement. Standard oil based Poly-Urethane can be considered marine grade for flooring after 4-5 coats vs the standard 2-3 coats. I just means that there is enough sealant there to withstand constant water. Here is a great link from Wood Magazine that should help you out. www.woodmagazine.com/woodworking-tips/techniques/finishing/water-resistant Also, don't forget to stop by our website for more great videos on just about everything. www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@SurgicallyDelicious]

I hope you see and reply to this, how did you do the hookup to the shop vac? Is it a part? Did it come with your sander? I have a Ryobi orbital sander that has a little dust collector but I really like your idea❤️ please advise

[@AroundTheHome1]

Jessica, I do see all my comments. Though, when you comment on a comment like your question about the wood conditioner I may not see them, and they are almost impossible to find to answer. So just FYI, just because it is an old video, a new comment is a new comment and easy to see. Ok, now back to your questions. That part that I have on my sander is actually a piece of vinyl hose that I bought in the plumbing department of our local Lowe's. And luckily it worked with the shop vac hose. Unfortunately, many sanders do not come with an adapter for the shop vac. I think that they all should because it is so much better then just that little collector bag. And for your question about the wood conditioner. It helps keep the stain from streaking or getting heavy in certain spots. It is normally used with softer woods like pine and birch. Not used as much on oak. And that just depends on you if you want to use it. If you do just apply it before your first coat of stain and follow the directions for how long to wait to apply you stain. Thank you for watching. Check out our hundreds of more videos at www.aroundthehome.org/

[@amandaposey1523]

Hi, I have a solid oak table I'm getting ready to stain with general finishes gel stain in gray. After sanding, do you use mineral spirits? Or is it ok to just apply the gel stain? I've watched so many different videos and everyone seems to do things different. I just want to get the beat result with my table. Thanks for the informative video!

[@AroundTheHome1]

Amanda, thanks for watching. While it is not necessary, it is a good idea to wipe the table down before stain. I normally use lacquer thinner though because it is much stronger then mineral spirits. That way it can cut any left over finish or other contaminates left in the wood. You said that you were going to use a get stain. With my experience with gel stains they do not require anywheres near the prep that traditional stain does. But it never hurts to get the prep done really well so that you can get the best results. My only caution it when sanding be careful that the top is actually solid wood. There are many that look like solid wood but are actually a laminate and you will sand through it very easily. You might carefully test an area first. If you find that this is the case then with get stains you should be able to actually lightly sand the table top, not taking it down to bare wood. Then wipe it down lightly with lacquer thinner to remove contaminates, not all finish and stain. Then, with most get stains, you can just apply it then over the old stain and remaining finish. Traditional stain has to penetrate the wood to take and if old stain is there it either won't properly penetrate or the old stain color mixes with new stain. The gel stain can actually dry on the top layer of wood. Anyways, I hope that this helps you out. Don't forget to stop by our website for many more tips Around The Home and so much more. www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@stronico1]

Excellent info. Can you tell about how much time you spent on each step? Thanks

[@AroundTheHome1]

Sanding probably took 3 hours. Then staining and finishing goes pretty quick. I think, it's been a while.

[@percillarusso7970]

So for a parquet table it might be better to hand sand it or with a sanding block I was going to sTrip it first but after watching your demo, I think just sanding would be better

[@AroundTheHome1]

If we are assuming or knowing that the top layers are a laminate or an inlay, then stripping isn't a bad idea. I took my random orbital sander to this table because I knew that it was solid and I didn't have to worry about cutting through a layer. If you hand sand your table it will take a very long time. Lowe's has a citrus based stripper that works real good and doesn't have the harsh chemicals or odors.

[@AroundTheHome1]

You will still need to sand with a fine grit sandpaper after the stripper, but the stripper will take off all the hard stuff.

[@YouMadeItPolitical]

Great job man. Looks awesome!

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@tinadolan7193]

How would you go about sanding the base/legs of the table?

[@AroundTheHome1]

With a lot of prayer and a bar of soap, because you will need to wash your mouth out before you are done. No really, a lot of patience because most of it will be by hand. Loose sheets of sandpaper, sanding sponges, and possibly a small electric detail sander. And that's the honest truth..

[@Kevin1264]

I actually just did one similar to this, legs, base, tabletop, leaf, etc. The trick I found for the smaller details of the base was using a triangular file, then doing cleanup with some 60 grit sandpaper. Just beware...it was a 5 day project for the sanding.

[@Ammiller5]

Lol I'll be doing my first major project on my old hand-me-down kitchen table, sanding and re staining the entire thing. I've done all the skills separately....say some prayers for me as I do the legs 😂

[@Floreypottery]

have a very similer 30 year old table maybe the same one. top has dulled out compared to how it was long ago. was debating on re doing it thinking I will now. was your vaneer on the top I know the lower wrap around trim is on mine since it has chipped a little from chairs nothing some filler can smooth out.

[@AroundTheHome1]

This table is actually all solid wood. No veneer at all. If yours is veneer then you need to step back the sanding so that you don't sand right through it. I would suggest maybe using a stripper and a fine sand paper by hand.

[@christopherguiliano4104]

Awesome teaching...

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@buterdhams]

Dang idk what it was so funny with him listing the items hahahaha

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@josen4real5]

Nice job

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[@kayleediduck3187]

Great job! After you applied your last coat of poly and gave it time to dry, did you then sand it one more time or just left it alone after it was dry?

[@AroundTheHome1]

The final coat came out smooth so no additional sanding was needed. That goes on a case by case to determine if a final sanding is needed. Thanks

[@timm6112]

I prefer using a rag to stain for the same reasons. But definitely wear gloves.

[@SAJWS]

Great learning video. Thank you.

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@rongraff790]

Nice table, I’m doing a cherry wood one. Good video!

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[@elizabethhutchison621]

Nathan, Looks great. Question..after the first coat of polyurethane, you sanded again?? Why? And what grain sand paper did you use? Thanks!

[@AroundTheHome1]

+Elizabeth Hutchison after the first coat of poly goes on it is pretty rough. You need to especially sand after the first coat. A good rule of thumb is for sanding after the first coat is around a 220. Then increase the grit amount in the later coats, like 400 for the next one then 600 after the last. I was using a random orbital sander, but on the later coats you should sand by hand and sand with the grain of the wood.

[@MallorcaFamilyOutdoors]

hello! thank you for the great video! im sure this has been asked already but what grit sand paper would you recommend for the initial sanding with the orbital sander? thanks in advance!

[@AroundTheHome1]

I would generally start this project with 100 grit. Then move to like a 180 grit. When you are hand sanding between coats of the finish sand with at least a 220 to 300. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@regionvoices6607]

I'm ready to refinish my table now. Is it necessary to stain it again or just clear coat it?

[@AroundTheHome1]

That depends on the color that you are wanting. Some people will just clear coat it for a natural look. Depending on if you are using Poly or Spar Varnish will also make a difference. Poly is very clear, but most Spar Varnishes will add a little yellow to it and bring more color to the wood. Hope that helps

[@thomasroth-roffy9627]

Why didn’t he use stripper to remove old finish? Might have been faster than all that sanding.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Because I was also taking out some knicks and dings. Can't do that with stripper.

[@tpuls09]

I just got this exact table cheap, and it's in terrible shape. Was the stain you used very similar to the original color? I'm considering just stripping the top (since I don't have a sander) and leaving the sides, but would the stains be too noticeably different?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I went back and watched this one and realized that I didn't tell anyone the color. I guess I didn't because that depends on your table color, not mine. I think that I used a golden oak. I re-finished the sides on this table because they were a bit rough, but it did add a lot of work. So to answer your question, yes I think that you can get away with just doing the top of the table and it looking good.

[@chillywhack]

Actually, you did say the color. 13:30

[@linda5976]

Around The Home what brand did you use for the golden oak color. I have the same table and want to get the color right. Thanks

[@Lammie1060]

Great video, one question, did you use a wood conditioner before staining? I keep seeing I need to use that? Thanks

[@AroundTheHome1]

No, I did not use a wood conditioner. To be honest I have never used one when staining. Can't tell you the pro's and con's to using it. Thanks for watching and don't forget to stop by our website for many more helpful videos. www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@jaybaggett9293]

What grit sand paper are you using?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Started with 80 grit, then moved to 120 and 200. Much finer for the finish

[@rosiecotts4732]

Looks terrific. Do you know how to refinish one that has design in it. Painted on it though not carved. I am afraid if I sanded will damaged the designs.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Now that makes it a little harder, doesn't it. The only thing that I could tell you is to very lightly sand it to be careful not to damage the paint. But enough to roughen up the clear finish so that you can apply a new coat of Poly over it and allow it to properly adhere. It won't help with any dings or dents, but will clean up the scratches. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@rosiecotts4732]

@@AroundTheHome1 Thanks will do.

[@AroundTheHome1]

I would lightly sand with a grit of 180 to 220.

[@markellwilliams3594]

Thank you so much for sharing and bro that stain is thee bomb ! It matches to me

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[@phuk8865]

hi there. I have a table that is painted black but I want to remove the paint then apply a stain. So I would just sand all of the paint off then apply the stain right?

[@AroundTheHome1]

On a painted table this could potentially be dangerous because it is very likely that it is not solid wood. It would most likely be plywood or even a veneered particle board. Sanding through it may damage the surface and reveal material that will not stain like solid wood. On a table that was originally stained many times if you look from the right side you can tell if it is ply-wood or solid. At least you know that the table was able to take stain nicely. If you are determined to try and stain this table I would go to your local paint store, or hardware store with a paint dept. and find a good paint stripper. Use that first so that the majority of the paint can be removed without digging into the surface. Then you can carefully clean it up with a fine sandpaper.

[@phuk8865]

Nathan Cox thank you. When you said it can potentially be dangerous would it be because of an exposure to something or it would damage the table?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Most of the time the veneered finish is extremely thin and once you go through that, what is underneath will not be a nice, stain-able material. Unless you know the history of the table and knew that it was all solid wood, then I would just move very slowly and carefully. Honestly, if it was me doing the table, unless I knew that it was real solid wood throughout I would not try to remove the paint and stain it. There are a lot of materials that they build furniture out of, and stained furniture has to have a higher grade of material to take the stain like solid wood. But you can paint just about anything.

[@phuk8865]

Nathan Cox okay thank you so much yeah I won't touch it lol.

[@AroundTheHome1]

If you were really set on doing this I don't want to completely turn you away from your project. But I have to be realistic at the same time. If you really wanted to do this the only thing that I could honestly recommend would be to use a stripper and then a fine sandpaper to finish it up. Maybe just start with the top. And just see what happens. But you would need to be ready to accept that fact the table might not stain well and be ready to re-paint it then. Again, knowing how furniture has been made for years, I would not try to stain something that was painted.

[@Grace9511]

Anyone know where ii can find the mid piece of that table currently have a leaf table but the mid piece is missing 😭 it’s an oval table

[@AroundTheHome1]

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[@Kelli_D.]

I need to get a sander there is no way I can do it by hand! I have arthritis and my table is about your size maybe a bit longer mine is square . I know it is all real wood just don't know what kind, it's one of those older tables where the top half has a cutting board look while the base and legs were white. and I got it used and I've had it 15 years now so it's really showing it's age, since I use it as a cutting board (probably not supposed to lol) but I keep putting it off because I don't want to do all the work. and I never could figure out what color stain I wanted it - I think I like the color of this table after it's sanded, that light pale brown color - does stain come in that color? lol

[@AroundTheHome1]

If you like the color of the table after I sanded it you might just try a "natural" color stain or no stain at all. Thanks for watching, and I am glad to help. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@johngracejr9436]

What grit sandpaper did u use? Redoing an old sentimental table of my grandpas so don't wanna mess it up. I used zipstrip to get varnish off. Amd its almost white again now just needs a light sanding b4 refinish. But also have another solid oak table I'm gonna do, it looks like it just has stain on it. Original color underneath was nice too, but they messed it all.up so wanna get the old stain off that oak table aswell, dont have no polyurethane on it by the looks of it. Thank u! Just need to know what grit sandpaper to use. Some say 80, then 120, then 220 on finish. But i stripped most off so mite only.need fine stuff to finish thx sir.

[@AroundTheHome1]

I can only give you a general idea on that since I haven't seen the tables. I will just say again be very careful in case the tables are veneer and not solid. You can easily sand right through the veneer. If you have already taken the poly off then skip the 80 grit. What you have there is a good suggestion for solid wood furniture. It's what I used. Since you have the poly off start with the 120 working with the grain. Then move onto the 220. After the new poly is on start with 220 and move up to an even finer grit to get a really nice finish.

[@johngracejr9436]

Nathan Cox its solid oak table im 100% sure of that.

[@johngracejr9436]

Nathan Cox ok sounds good thx!, i so u sand again after u put polyurethane om them? Im just gonna clear coat it with poly because its such a nice color as is. Looks like new atm, b4 anything was ever added. It really dnt look like it needs sanded! Can see wood grain nicely. And can feel it just a little bit. Thanks for any tips. I got lucky and all the stain/varnish came off so easy with stripper in 1 try. Wish could show ya lol.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Yes, you do sand in between coats of poly. The first coat especially. It will pull the grains up and will feel very rough. If you really want it to shine then do 3 coats of oil based poly, 4 if water based. And increase the grit of the sandpaper as you do. It would be best to use like 440 and 600 wet sand paper for the last two coats.

[@johngracejr9436]

Ok, sounds good. Thx alot for taking the time to amswer me! I sanded 1 table last night and wow is she smooth, used a lil 120-150, then some 220 and wow it feels like a bowling alley haha.

[@jn3750]

Ca you write down the different paints and equipment used in the video?

[@AroundTheHome1]

If I remember correctly I used a MInwax golden oak stain and the Minwax oil based polyurethane. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@amygarcia6304]

What grit did you start out with

[@AroundTheHome1]

I would have started out with 80 grit then worked on up to probably around 280 to 300. Glad to help. Thanks for watching and please share.

[@tonibartling3844]

Very informative. Helped me so much. How long in real time was the sanding part?

[@AroundTheHome1]

Hard to remember the actual sanding time. The main sanding down to bare wood probably took a solid hour for the table top.