Alternatively you might want to stain a new door that doesn t match the existing wood grain of your home s trim or furniture.
How to stain barn door made of poplar wood.
After the conditioner has been applied wipe off any excess and allow it to set into the poplar for at least 15 to 30 minutes.
We always start on the back and then flip the door over to the the front last.
Literally just dip your sponge in stain and wipe it on.
In this woodworking video i show you how to stain poplar.
Choose your stain color.
We did not fill them.
This coat can be more consistent than the dark coat.
Wipe the door down.
Wipe off excess stain with a dry cotton rag until you achieve the aged look you desire.
Apply first coat of wood stain.
Things to do and be aware of tip 1.
I sand with 80 gr.
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Next take a towel or good quality paintbrush and evenly apply the stain in the direction of the wood grain.
And it s a quick process to stain.
7 steps to stain a door.
Let your door air dry.
Staining a door is a very easy do it.
The tips below are just that tips.
Sand the door surface.
Poplar can look awesome if you follow a few steps first by prepping the surface.
If you ve got the option don t choose poplar if you re going to stain the wood.
Always apply the stain in light coats and don t allow it to build up too much as it can cause uneven coloration.
With a separate cotton rag wipe on a coat of gray stain.
If you lay the door on it s side like this it s easier to reach everything.
Notice you can still see nails holes.
Rehang your stained door.