11.   Chemical paint stripper is the second way to remove old finishes, but they may not remove a stain.

12.   Framework done, all that was needed was sanding off any remaining old finish and staining and varnishing.

13.   How can I get that old finish off?

14.   If the entire surface of a solid hardwood floor has deteriorated, the whole floor can be sanded to remove all the old finish.

15.   If you want to keep the wood looking natural, you have to remove the old finish, usually by sanding, to the bare wood.

16.   In order to apply a coat of polyurethane, the old finish must either be removed or roughened up with sandpaper.

17.   It is a matter of removing the old finish and putting on a new one.

18.   Scrub thoroughly with a good household detergent, then sand with a medium grit paper and scrape off any old finish that is not adhering tightly.

19.   So, sand the old finish to roughen it and reduce gloss, if any.

20.   Stripping old finish and applying a new one are not always necessary.