Q & A: Getting Stain Out of Corners

Q & A: Getting Stain Out of Corners

Q:

I like using gel stain on difficult to stain
woods like birch because it doesn’t leave a
blotchy look. But man, the stuff is a pain to
get out of corners. No matter how hard I
push, I can’t force the rag deep enough into
the corner to clean up the excess stain. Got
any neat tricks?

A:

It’s no picnic to get any kind of stain out of
a corner, and the thick consistency of gel stain
makes it especially tough. Here’s our suggestion:
Use a dry brush to whisk away the excess
gel stain.Unlike a rag, the bristles of the brush
are easy to get into corners. Use a rag to wipe
excess stain off the brush and to keep it dry. It
works great! Be sure to clean the brush after
you’re done so it’s ready to come to the rescue the
next time you stain yourself into a corner.