How To Stain Bathroom Vanity

Staining a bathroom vanity is a great way to update the look of your bathroom without having to replace the entire vanity. It's a relatively simple project that can be completed in a few hours, and it can save you a significant amount of money compared to buying a new vanity.

Before you begin, it's important to choose the right stain for your vanity. You'll want to select a stain that is compatible with the type of wood that your vanity is made of, and you'll also want to consider the color of the stain and how it will complement the other colors in your bathroom.

Once you've chosen your stain, you'll need to gather the following supplies:

Sandpaper (120-grit and 220-grit)
Tack cloth
Wood stain
Foam brush or staining pad
Polyurethane finish
Clean rags

Once you have all of your supplies, you can begin staining your vanity.

1. Prepare the vanity. Start by removing all of the hardware from the vanity, including the doors, drawers, and knobs. Then, sand the vanity with 120-grit sandpaper to remove any existing finish. Wipe the vanity down with a tack cloth to remove any dust.

2. Apply the stain. Dip a foam brush or staining pad into the stain and apply it to the vanity in even strokes. Be sure to work in the direction of the wood grain. Allow the stain to penetrate for the amount of time specified on the can. Then, wipe off any excess stain with a clean rag.

3. Sand the vanity. Once the stain has dried, sand the vanity again with 220-grit sandpaper to smooth out the finish. Wipe the vanity down with a tack cloth to remove any dust.

4. Apply the polyurethane finish. Apply a thin coat of polyurethane finish to the vanity with a foam brush or staining pad. Allow the finish to dry completely. Then, apply a second coat of polyurethane finish. Allow the finish to dry completely.

5. Reattach the hardware. Once the polyurethane finish has dried, you can reattach the hardware to the vanity.

Your stained vanity is now complete! Enjoy the new look of your bathroom.

Here are a few additional tips for staining a bathroom vanity:

If you're not sure what type of wood your vanity is made of, you can contact the manufacturer or a local hardware store for help.
If you're staining a vanity that has a glossy finish, you'll need to sand the finish off before you apply the stain.
If you're staining a vanity that has a lot of intricate details, you may want to use a small brush to apply the stain.
Be sure to allow the stain to penetrate for the full amount of time specified on the can. This will ensure that the stain adheres properly to the wood.
Apply the polyurethane finish in thin coats and allow each coat to dry completely before applying the next coat.