Additional Details ------------------------------ Directions: Prepare the wood surface by lightly sanding with a fine-grit sandpaper and removing sanding dust. Apply a coat of PolyShades with a high-quality natural bristle brush. Two coats are recommended for a richer color, and a third coat can be applied to deepen the color further. This wood stain can be used over polyurethane finishes, so there's no need to remove the existing finish.