The Unique 16-step Finishing Process
1. Case clean - hand-sanding of item.
2. Stain - spray on non-grain-raising stain for foundation.
3. Seal - spray on clear lacquer.
4. Sealer sanding - hand-sand with very fine grit sand paper.
5. Distressing - for finishes requiring distressed look, hand applied physical nicks, worm holes and worn edges.
6. Glaze - spray on dark tone.
7. Wipe - hand-wiping wet glaze off, leaving residue in pores.
8. Highlight - glazing that creates light and dark areas to accent grain.
9. First top-coat - spray on clear coat of lacquer.
10. Hand-sand.
11. Dry brush - applying thick glaze to edges to provide antique, mellow aged appearance.
12. Spatter - dark material applied with gun for spattered look.
13. Second top-coat - spray on clear coat of lacquer for more depth and protection.
14. Hand-sand.
15. Rub - hand-rubbing with very fine steel wood and oil for extra smoothness.
16. Polish - hand-applied polish and buffing for final gloss finish.