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Default How to Apply the Last Coat of Poly for a Dining Table Top?

In article . com, wrote:

Which grid of sandpaper do you recommend? I already have 400 grit and
600 grit sandpaper. Would you recommend me to sand in this sequence:
400-grit, 600-grit, 1000-grit, 1500-grit


I'd start with 600 grit. However, I think you'll need wet and
dry paper (if you don't already have it). You will need to
use it wet too. I'd probably try mineral spirits rather than
water. Obviously, you'll want to allow a few days for the
poly to cure fully (esp. during this colder time of year).

Whatever abrasive you use, go very, very gently. You're not
trying to remove a whole bunch of material here -- just
smooth and polish the topmost surface.

With a little common sense and a lot of care, you should
be able to achieve a really beautiful finish.

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