How To Lighten Wood Stain Before Applying: Best Methods To Lighten


Best Methods To Lighten Wood Stain Before Applying

Top Coats

If the stained wood has a top coat of the varnish or polyurethane, then it needs to be removed before lightening the stain. To remove follow the steps given below:
  1. Apply: The first step is to apply the small amount of the stripper and allow it to sit on the surface for about 15 minutes.
  2. Scrape: After 15 minutes the finish is loosened up then scrape the area with the help of the sharp, flat sticks. Scrape the finish from the corner as well using steel wool or the pointed sticks. Then allow the wood to dry.

Powdered Chlorine Bleach

The other method is to use the Chlorine Bleach which works best for the dye-based stain, besides that it will not remove the natural color of the wood. To apply follow the steps:
  1. Mixture: First of all, make a mixture of the powder and water according to the direction mentioned on the package.
  2. Apply: The next step is to apply directly on the affected area and leave for 24 hours, if still it is not lighten then repeat the process.

Oxalic Acid

Oxalic Acid is one of the heavy duty acids that removes dark mineral stains. Most probably it is used on the exterior sides to remove the gray stains or color. In order to apply follow the steps:
  1. Mixture: Start by making the mixture, by mixing the powder and water according to the instruction.
  2. Apply: Now, apply on the affected area wait for about 15 minutes. At last rinse the area with the water and ammonia solution.
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