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Home > DIY Projects > Furniture Projects > How to Make a High Gloss Table

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Step 1: Prepare the Surface

Step 2: Apply the Paint

Step 3: Apply the Polyurethane

TIME

Time

Half a day COST
Cost

Cost

Cost

$25 - $50

Step 1: Prepare the Surface

Fill cracks and holes with wood putty, let harden, then lightly sand all surfaces with 180-grit sandpaper. Use a tack cloth to remove dust.

Step 1: Prepare the Surface

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Step 2: Apply the Paint

Thin oil-based, black satin paint about 10 percent with mineral spirits, then apply a smooth coat, brushing in one direction.

Step 2: Apply the Paint

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TIP

Remove drawers and paint them separately. Flip table upside down and paint the legs and underside before flipping the table upright to finish.

Step 3: Apply the Polyurethane

Let the paint dry according to manufacturer directions, then lightly sand and remove dust with a tack cloth. Apply a coat of high-gloss, oil-based polyurethane. Lightly sand and repeat procedure for third coat if desired.

Step 3: Apply the Polyurethane

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