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4. Use a clean rag to apply a coat of MinWax Wipe-On Poly Clear Satin.
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This is a remarkable
product that is thick enough to provide a decent finish, but thin enough to soak straight into the
wood without running or dripping. Pour a little product into a disposable metal or plastic cup, like
the bottom inch cut from a soda can. Dip your rag and apply a generous coat to the whole
cabinet, inside and out.
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Set it back down on its back to dry thoroughly, like, overnight.
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5. Very lightly hand sand the exterior of the cabinet with 320 grit sandpaper.
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Ignore the interior;
it’s done. The finish is thin, so be careful you do not remove the poly and damage the stained
wood underneath.
You are trying to strike off the fuzzy grain raised in the finishing process so far.
This sanding should produce a fine white powder that feels soft as velvet to the touch.
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Wipe it
off with a clean cloth.
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6. Clean up your work space as best you can. Remove all the dust from the cabinet and the work
table. Sweep or vacuum the floor. It is dust in the air that affects the final finish.
7. Apply a second coat of Wipe-On Poly to the exterior. Allow to dry thoroughly.
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8. At this point, if the box is beautiful and satiny-smooth, you are done. If it is still a little fuzzy or
uneven, sand lightly with 320 grit sandpaper and apply a third light coat. Allow to dry thoroughly.
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