Furniture, Wood and Cabinetry Finishing - refinishing

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antwan
07-28-02, 05:33 PM
I just hand stripped a walnut stool from the 50's that had a greenish toner on it, the majority of it came off, but the wood has a greenish tint to it, I tried sanding it, comes off but way to much work!!! I also tried oxcilic acid, still nothing!!! I'm planning on staining it with provincial and am afraid green will show thru...any ideas???? Thanks Antwan

George
07-29-02, 03:45 PM
Antwan:

Before using the provincial stain, apply a thinned coat (2:1) thinner to stain of a red stain - such as minwax's red oak.

This should be enough to neutralize the green cast. After thorough drying time (24 hours minimum) you should be able to use the provincial stain.
antwan
07-29-02, 07:44 PM
:) Thanks George, that makes total sense, I really appreciate you and this website!