Tip #44
Finishing Touches
Part 4 of 6 - Applying A Synthetic Finish (continued)
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Caring for a Synthetic Finish

Like natural finishes, most synthetics need a good coat of wax now and then to fill tiny scratches and preserve the lustre. Stains can be removed by rubbing with pumice stone and oil.

A badly scratched or damaged finish can be repaired by simply sanding down the scratch or blemish with 5/0 garnet sandpaper and applying a new coat on top of the old. Be careful to use the same type of finish you originally applied. If you want to switch finishes, it's advisable to take the project down to the raw wood and start over.

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