On Tue, 22 Jul 2003 01:14:51 GMT, "Preston Andreas"
wrote:

You can stain only or stain and apply first finish coat before assembly. I
have done both and they both work okay. However, I prefer to put one coat
of finish first. It is easier to clean off dust and any stray glue during
the glue up.

Are you talking about just the panel or all of the parts before assembly?