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Can oak furniture be refinished?

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Can oak furniture be refinished?
Yes, oak furniture can indeed be refinished. First, clean the oak, then sand down the existing finish with coarse sandpaper, then apply a coat of sealant. Finish your DIY project by staining or painting the wood. You can also save the hassle by shopping a collection of oak furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Stripped Oak Furniture on 1stDibs
19thC Stripped English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 19thC Stripped English Oak Dresser Base sku 1590 W188 x D44 x H81 cm
Category

Antique 19th Century Dressers

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century Stripped Oak Bookcase
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
been stripped of the old wax and completely sanded, revealing the beautiful matt texture of the raw oak
Category

Early 20th Century European Rococo Revival Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Oak

French Mid-Century Stripped Oak Dining Table
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century (1940s) stripped oak dining table with parquetry inlaid top supported on carved
Category

20th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Louis XV Style Stripped Oak Corner Cabinet
Located in TOURCOING, FR
18th Century Louis XV Style Stripped Oak Corner Armoire Dimensions: 145 cm W × 74 cm D × 275 cm H
Category

Antique 1780s French Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Antique Trestle Dining Table in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Trestle Dining Table in Stripped Oak is a timeless expression of a classic design that
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Rustic Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Louis XV style stripped oak Liège sideboard
Located in TOURCOING, FR
19th Century Louis XV-Style Stripped Oak Buffet from Liège, Belgium Circa 1880 Dimensions: Height
Category

Antique 1880s Belgian Cupboards

Materials

Oak

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