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I have some clear S4S maple on order that I'm going to use to build shelves above my wet bar. I'm not a great carpenter, so this may take a few tries to get what I want. Any test pieces that dont meet my standards will be relegated to my basement...it could use some more shelving.

Check my plan for sanding and staining.

I have a vague recollection that S4S is usually planed to around 120 grit, so I think I should sand it with 180 grit, stain it, sand it with 220 grit, then stain it again, then put a coat of poly on it.

Is that correct?

I have some clear S4S maple on order that I'm going to use to build shelves above my wet bar. I'm not a great carpenter, so this may take a few tries to get what I want. Any test pieces that dont meet my standards will be relegated to my basement...it could use some more shelving. Check my plan for sanding and staining. I have a vague recollection that S4S is usually planed to around 120 grit, so I think I should sand it with 180 grit, stain it, sand it with 220 grit, then stain it again, then put a coat of poly on it. Is that correct?

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For sure at least 3 coats of poly, sanding between coats. I'm a big fan of water base satin poly. Use the best brush you can find and always stir, don't shake.

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Brush for poly and a rag for stain?

And sand with 220 grit sandpaper between poly coats, or 0000 steel wool?