How to Refinish Brazilian Walnut Wood

Many people don't consider refinishing their wood furniture after it becomes old, scratched and damaged. They usually throw it way and purchase a new piece. Refinishing wood is not overly challenging, and restored wood can look gorgeous. A wood piece that is definitely worth refinishing is Brazilian walnut wood. Whether you stain it, paint it, varnish it or leave it natural, walnut has beautiful grains and texture. Refinishing Brazilian walnut wood takes a few supplies to make it bare walnut wood again, but it is well worth the work.

Things You'll Need

• Paint and varnish stripper
• Paint brush
• Pressure washer
• Water source
• Toothbrush
• Safety goggles
• Mask
• Rubber gloves
• 200 grit sandpaper
• Walnut oil
• Towel

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Instructions

1. Apply a coat of paint and varnish solution over the walnut wood. Let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes. Scrub the entire surface with a toothbrush to loosen any old varnish, paint and stains.

2. Hook up a pressure washer to a water source. Spray the dirty solution off the Brazilian walnut wood surface with the pressurized water. Allow it to dry for three hours.

3. Sand the entire Brazilian walnut wood surface with the 200 grit sandpaper. Use a towel to wipe off any wood dust.

4. Apply walnut oil to a towel and generously rub it over the entire surface. Allow it to dry for a day.

Tips & Warnings

• Wear safety goggles, a mask and rubber gloves when refinishing wood.

References

• Refinish Walnut