How to stain pine wood

Here is our step-by-step guide on how to stain pine wood for your next DIY project!
Pine is a soft wood that dings and dents easily. It is also very porous. It is important to prep well by sanding the wood and applying a wood conditioner to reduce the blotchiness of your stain project.

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[MrBonger]

Can I water pop the pine instead of wood conditioner?

[kwalsk]

Thanks! What you would recommend for a more even look?

[holoxfauxfecs]

Thank you for the video! I didn't know the stain wouldn't stick (or likely not stick) if it's not sanded first.

[roycardona]

I used that exact same stain on that exact same type of pine and it basically looked like gray paint. What am I doing differently?

[xBLACKIExCHANx]

If im building furniture should I stain all the pieces separate or put it together and stain what I can reach?