Using wood Stains can be a tricky process. Pine can easily absorb the stain in an uneven way, or the stain can be applied too thick which means it will dry incorrectly and be tacky.

To start with you will need to prepare the wood. Sanding and cleaning is required for the best preparation. Sanding will remove a previous coating, if there was one, and it also will open up the grain so it will penetrate the wood better. Once you have completed the sanding you will need to make sure you have cleaned all the dust off. To do this it’s best to use a tack cloth. A tack cloth is a pad that is made from treated loose weave fabric. It will catch every little piece of dust.

Now to apply the stain. Stir the stain well before use. Apply the stain with a brush or a soft cloth. Remove any excess stain sitting on the surface. Then rub the pigment in to the wood in a circular motion using a soft cloth. Wipe over again in the direction of the wood grain. Repeat the process to deepen the color until you get the result you are after.

To protect the stained wood apply a polyurethane top coat, making sure to stir it well before use. Always apply in the direction of the wood grain.

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If your looking to brighten up a room in your house, painting a piece of pine furniture is a simple way to freshen it up. With so many colors you can choose from these days, it’s the perfect way to keep your funiture looking like brand new.

Firstly you have to fill in the scratches and blemishes with a wood filler or putty, then you will need to sand back the wood so it is nice and smooth. Wipe down the surface with a damp cloth, now you are ready to start painting.

Begin by applying a primer base coat. Priming helps the paint to adhere better to the surface. Start by painting in the direction of the wood grain, use smooth, even brush strokes, start from one end and work your way to the other. The primer won’t cover uniformly, so don’t worry if it looks patchy.

Let the primer dry over night. It is now ready to paint. Once again use smooth and even strokes, making sure to paint in the direction of the wood grain. After the first coat, leave it over night so it can dry before applying the second coat. For best results apply three coats to get an even color. Before using your furniture allow it to dry for a week.

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Before you start sanding down your pine furniture you will need to know what grade of sandpaper grit is needed for the job you intend to do. If you choose the wrong grade of paper it could damage the wood and make more work for you to repair it.

What is sandpaper grit?

Sandpaper comes in different grades which means they range from very coarse to fine. On the back of the sandpaper there is a number that represents what grade it is. The bigger the number means the paper is fine, and the smaller the number, the paper gets coarser.

What grade to use and when

Very coarse grit – Use this one to rip off peeling paint or to sand down a very rough surface.

Medium grit – This is a good grit to use if you’re not sure what to start with. You can’t go too wrong as you can always go up or down in grades if it’s not the right one.

Fine grit – Normally you wouldn’t use this when you first begin your new project. Fine grit is usually used for your second and third sandings to roughen up the wood so you can apply another coat of paint or finish.

So if you’ve bought some new pine furniture or just renovating some old furniture, it’s really easy to choose the right sandpaper for the job.

When looking to buy a piece of unfinished pine furniture there are many different type of wood finishes you can use. To start with though you will have to prepare the wood correctly.

The first step is to prepare the surface. This requires your piece of furniture to be sanded either by hand or my prefered option, using a power sander. Also any imperfections or nail holes will need to be filled with wood putty or wood filler.

Next step is to start staining your furniture. These days there are many different shades of stains to choose from. But remember pine does not stain evenly so to avoid blotching you will need to apply a barrier coat such as shellac or wood conditioner before staining.

Once your pine furniture has been stained you can now apply a number of coats of your prefered wood finish. The most common finishes are lacquer, varnish, wax, shellac, and drying oils.

Finally once your finish has been applied, your surface can start to be polished or buffed. This will protect your furniture for years to come.

So what started as unfinished pine has been easily transformed in to a beautiful piece of furniture that will be the centre piece of any room.

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Unfinished Pine Furniture is the most affordable way to buy furniture. Pine is cheaper than most other kinds of wood like Oak or Walnut because it is more pliable. For this reason pine can be made in to most pieces of household furniture. 

When buying pine furniture it  allows you to do whatever color stain you want or you can leave it bare. There are many different stains to choose from. This gives you the ease to mix and match with other types of furniture you have in your home. The coloring of unfinished pine furniture prevents bookshelves, dressers, beds, armoires, or any other piece of furniture from looking stuffy and heavy. In fact, you can buy unfinished pine furniture and it can be finished or covered with a wood veneer to make it look like new.

Each piece of furniture is unique due to the wood having noticeable knots and grains through out. You do have to be careful that it doesn’t have too many knots in it as they can drop out and you don’t want a hole left in your furniture. Pine furniture is ideal for homes that are in high humidity, although you do have to be careful because pine doesn’t like the heat and may warp.

Pine furniture will help add touches of warmth and comfort to any room in your house. It is comfortable and stylish and will give you a country rustic look. So if your looking for a piece of furniture that accentuates the interior decor of your home you can’t go past unfinished pine furniture.

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