Sand Between Coats — Step 4: The Secret to a Silky-Smooth Finish
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Apply Finish to Stair Treads · Step 4 of 6
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After the first coat has dried (typically 2-4 hours, but can be up to 24-48 hours), use a fine 120-grit sandpaper or sanding block to lightly sand the entire surface. This step helps to smooth out any remaining imperfections from the first coat, such as dried bubbles or minor build-up. Once sanded, wipe off all the resulting sawdust and dust thoroughly using a paper towel to prepare for the next coat.
Sand Between Coats — Step 4: The Secret to a Silky-Smooth Finish
Part of project
Apply Finish to Stair Treads · Step 4 of 6
In this video
After the first coat has dried (typically 2-4 hours, but can be up to 24-48 hours), use a fine 120-grit sandpaper or sanding block to lightly sand the entire surface. This step helps to smooth out any remaining imperfections from the first coat, such as dried bubbles or minor build-up. Once sanded, wipe off all the resulting sawdust and dust thoroughly using a paper towel to prepare for the next coat.