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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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I ussually rub down with 4/0 steel wool between coats. Be careful with wiping stain to not get lap marks.

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Also, if your stain is too dark and you can't wipe off any more to lighten it, you can cheat and use a little paint thinner on a rag to wipe off more stain, or lighten dark spots.