Dave Plowman (News) wrote:

A new neighbour wishes to restore the oak panelling in his hall
When I first saw it many years ago it was stained very dark - near black.
The next owner painted it white.

Why do people who shouldn't have nice things always manage to get them?

The present one wants it back to natural, but even after sanding there are
traces of the original stain - and the intricate mouldings make sanding
difficult without damage. Any tips?

Nitromorse.