Reply by MNgary

I recommend completing all surface preperation (sanding, filling, etcetera) before using the conditioner, TomTinkerSum. I think of it as the first coat of stain (albeit one with no color or tint) and, therefore, don’t apply until I’m ready to begin staining.

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