Circa 1850 AQUA can be applied onto any unfinished wood surface, including floors, furniture and woodwork. Make sure the wood surface is clean, dry and free from any finish. Use Circa 1850 Furniture Cleaner to remove all dirt, wax and polish. Use Circa 1850 Furniture Stripper, Heavy Body Paint & Varnish Remover, or Soft•Strip to remove existing finishes. Sand thoroughly in wood grain direction. Progress from higher to lower grit sandpaper as follows:
150 --> 180 (soft woods - pine, fir, spruce, etc.)
120 --> 150 (hard woods - oak, ash, birch, maple, etc.)
If a paler colour is desired, sand the wood with finer grit sandpaper, such as 220 or 300. Shake contents vigorously to ensure no pigments remain on the bottom of the bottle. Stir contents occasionally during use. Working in small sections apply Circa 1850 AQUA with a brush or cloth. Use a cloth to wipe the stain in the direction of the grain. If desired, apply a second coat after 30 minutes. Let dry for 24 hours prior to applying a finish.