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can I use gel stain over polyurethane floors which have been well sanded. I plan to cover with 2 coats of poly.?

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  • 6 years ago
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    If you are down to bare wood then you can use any kind of stain you want.

    With gel stain you at least need to have the varnish sanded off.

  • 6 years ago

    I cannot sand all the poly off. the floors are almost 200 years old and not smooth enough for big floor sanders. I am doing it by hand.

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