Red Oak Stair Upgrade (2003)
 21 The orbital sander reaches right to the wall and in corners. It is lighted for better viewing. |
 22 air filter mask is critical |
 23 The vacum draws 97% of the dust. Cost: over $1000! |
 24 Stain wipe is sponged on and wiped off. This is a critical step requiring great skill and a critical eye |
 25 Staining takes about 3 hours and must dry for 2 hours before sanding with 180 grit paper to remove grain raised by the stain |
 26 Brackets are done last |
 27 After the stain is dried |
 28 View down after the stain |
 29 After the first two coats of polyurathane. Between each coat the coating is buffed with 180 grit. |
 30 The other side with brackest on and painted |
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