Don't power wash it. It will definitely require deep sanding after.
Once you power wash it, you get all these hairs that if you finished
would be splinters.. Just like doing a deck. I now sand my deck, I don't
power wash it anymore.

The dawn is a good start. Then let it dry out.
Then try some acetone for cleaning. You probably won't get the last bit
of oil out.

Sand it.

Try some boiled linseed oil. Let it dry a few days before varnishing.

On 7/12/2012 12:54 AM, Steve B wrote:
Then what? Varathane? Boiled linseed oil? I heard of a mix of linseed
oil, mineral spirits, and varnish. I want it to look nice, and realize at
this age, I can't expect full restoration.

Anyone have any ideas?

Steve