Start by sanding the surface with medium 120 grit sandpaper to remove the glossy finish.
Restain wood paneling walls.
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How to stain fake wood paneling step 1.
Nicks and superficial scratches can be covered with wood stain and a cotton swab.
Most wood paneling will have minor flaws after a period of usage.
Make sure you always move with the wood s grain.
Shellac and wax are both easy to.
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Sand each panel individually.
Do not use circular motions as doing so will create uneven spots.
Next apply an even coat of primer to give a uniform surface for the filler to stick to.
Apply the stain then wipe away any excess with a dry cloth.
Clean the paneling with a grease cutting detergent dish washing detergent works well and rinse it then let it.
Clean the paneling first and test in an inconspicuous spot before committing to the whole room.
Use the orbital sander first roughening the paneling s surface.
If you cannot move with the wood s grain because of the nature of the paneling then sand the surface evenly.
If you have a lot of paneling to sand a drywall.
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Options include shellac with wax wax alone or a finish restorer.
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