With the oak cabinets the grain was very evident post staining.
Whitewash gel stain cabinets.
No matter which method you choose the resulting color will be a softer lighter version of the original stain.
Follow the grain of the wood and wipe away excess stain with another clean rag.
Using a clean rag apply the whitewash stain with long smooth strokes that all go in one direction.
While gel stain does go on thick and sit on the surface of the wood i found that you can still see and feel the natural wood grain beneath unlike paint.
Apply the white stain with a brush.
Once you ve decided to stain your cabinets white gather your supplies.
Use one of two ways to whitewash wood.
Whitewash stain is ideally suited to pine.
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You will also need denatured alcohol a fine grit sanding sponge at least 220.
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Create a gorgeous whitewash finish on your furniture with general finishes whitewash wood stain.
Apply a liming wax or diluted latex paint.
Once the stain has set up for 2 to 3 minutes work the stain into the wood using a rag and wipe away the excess stain wiping gently with the grain.
Make sure to work white stain into any knots that may be in the wood to accentuate the knot.
Work in a well ventilated area and wear gloves throughout the entire process from stripping to applying the protective finish.
Gel stain will not require you to sand the product to a raw wood finish.