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Hot take: My kid asked me why I sand so much before I even stain
He said 'Dad, it already looks smooth, why are you still rubbing it?' and I realized I've been over-prepping pieces for years out of habit, not need. Anyone else get stuck in a routine that wastes time?
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zara_sanchez1h ago
Honestly, that kid wisdom will save you hours. Tbh, I was the same until I tried @patricia32's finger test trick and it totally changed my routine. Ngl, sometimes you just need a fresh pair of eyes to break a dumb habit.
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patricia322h ago
Oh man, that hits home. I started doing a quick finger test for dust after the first sanding pass, and it saves so much time. You really only need it smooth enough for the stain to grab evenly.
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