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Matthew Miehl

Integrating Educational Technologies

For Effective Instruction

West Chester University

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Materials Finishing nails Wood putty Masking tape Plastic sheeting

36, 60, 120-grit sand paper

Wood stain Polyurethane

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Tools Pry bar Hammer Nail set Putty knife Drum sander Edge sander

Dust respirator Shop vacuum Tack cloth Lamb’s wool pad Clean rags

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Step 1: Prepare for sanding Remove the base molding Check for squeaks Nail loose floor boards Fill holes with wood putty Contain the dust with plastic sheeting

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Step 2: Sand the floor Wear dust respirator Use drum sander Begin with coarsest

sandpaper: 36-grit Switch to 60-grit sandpaper

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Step 2: Sand the floor (continued) End with finest sandpaper: 120-grit Sand 3 to 4-foot lengths of the floor with

the wood grain Sweep and vacuum between sanding

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Step 3: Sanding the corners and edges Wear dust respirator Use edge sander and

fine sandpaper Can be difficult to control Practice in hidden area, such as a closet Clean up dust with vacuum and tack cloth

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Step 4: Apply a wood stain Use clean rags or a foam applicator pad Work one area at a time (4 square feet) Stain in the direction of the wood grain Wipe off the excess stain after a few

minutes

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Step 4: Apply a wood stain (continued) Allow stain to dry for 3 to 4 hours Apply a second or third coat of stain to

achieve desired color.

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Step 5: Apply polyurethane Use a lamb’s wool pad Allow polyurethane to dry 3 to 4 hours Apply 2 to 4 coats After final coat is applied, allow 24

hours before light use Show off your handy work to others!