I followed the instructions EXACTLY. I read other readers comments - many asked if they have to use the same stain or if they could just use a brush instead of a sock. Well, let me tell you... the stain is AMAZING! I will never use another brand of stain again. It's a gel stain by General Finishes. I found it at my local Naked Furniture store. No wiping off, not messy, color takes extremely well, and you still keep the woodgrain look. In my bathroom, I applied 3 coats of stain - I wanted a dark espresso. I then applied 3 coats of poly.
At first, I thought the other bloggers were crazy to use a sweat sock and I tried other applicators (foam brush, etc.). Then, after my 1st cabinet, I figured what the heck, I am going to try the sock method. OMG - they sock method made it sooooo much faster and easier!
Bottom line, these other gals have it figured out! Follow their instructions and you will be amazed!
I added a new double sink with granite counters - about $300 total from Hobo! Overall, I think I spent about $350 - most of it being my upgraded countertop.
My Before:
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| The Ugly Before |
My After:
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| The Gorgeous After! |
