Expert: Eileen Cronk - 4/17/2008

Question
HI Eileen:
Thank you for your time and the last answer.  I wiped on the minwax poly and I sanded between coats, and I did put about 4 coats on, the can stated to, it looks great except the fine scratches show through the final coat from sanding.  What can I do to get rid of those scratches any good fixes where I don't have to sand the entire table down to the finish...if I do have to what kind of paper and how hard will I have to sand?  Sorry I am so new at this but I am enjoying working with wood.  I really do appreciate your expert advies and time.

Cheryl :)

Answer
Hi Cheryl
If your willing to try another coat of poly..just a very light one, you could try using fine steel wool instead of the sandpaper which I think you used a bit too aggressivly or it was too coarse.
So its a going over with fine steel wool.
Wipe well, then a light coat of poly.
And don't let this discourage you. We all learn as we go.
Kind Regards
Eileen