"dadiOH" wrote in message
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Kim wrote:
What are you going to use for the new finish? If paint, no need to
do other than sand smooth, no need to remove clear coat and stain.


A much lighter stain or just leave it natural with a clear coat.
Paint on good wood is like ketchup on good steak ... but each to
his/her own.

So is stain.

What are you going to do about the face ply through which you sanded?


Nothing says the OP has to sand through the face ply.
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-Mike-