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   MikeHennessy | Feb 17, 2006 04:58pm | #1

   Sand it just like you sand the rest of the project. (Different sanding on different parts of a project can result in the finish coming out different.) But be careful not to sand through the top veneer.

   Mike Hennessy
   Pittsburgh, PA

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   HowardAcheson | Feb 17, 2006 08:19pm | #2

   Let me suggest you be very careful sanding the plywood.  Hardwood veneer plywood is factory "sanded" to about 180 grit.  It is also very thin and it's easy to sand through the veneer.  At most, you only need to handsand the plywood with 180 paper sanding with the grain using a sanding pad.

   It may be too late but the best plan when using both solid wood and plywood is to sand the solid wood to 180 before assembly.  That way you do not need to use agressive grits which may damage the plywood.

   If the item is already assembled, then you have no choice but to be as careful as you can.  Keep any machine sanding well away from the plywood.

   Oh, I meant to comment on the Tried & True.  Many folks have lots of problems with that finish.  It is very tricky to apply in a way that allows it to dry properly.  Some even go as far as to heat it to about 130 degrees in a pan of water.  I recommend strongly you test and practise on some scrap to learn how to use it.  Also, it's not a very durable finish either.

    

   Howie.........

   
   

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   Edited 2/17/2006 12:21 pm ET by HowardAcheson