Posted by Ron Brady [ 205.208.199.6 ] on January 21, 2005 at 11:22:08:

In Reply to: Staining problem posted by Bill Wassilak on January 21, 2005 at 11:07:59:

Hi Bill
I had the same problem with some pine I was working with. I should have used a pre-stain conditioner. I tried using some paint thinner with a rag and then a little stiff brush but all I was able to achieve was to make the higher places blond and the recessed places stayed dark. I think that you might be able to bleach the wood but I have no experience with those chemicals. Sanding will probably just hit the high surfaces and no get the deep penetrated areas without really sanding deep. You might be want to consider staining the other pieces darker to match the dark panel. Next time we will remember to use the pre-stain conditioner.
Best of luck
Ron Brady

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