Explain how you will prepare a wooden surface for the application of finishes. – NABTEB QUESTION

(i) Punch nails and panel pins slightly on the surface.

(ii) Remove setting-out marks and glue spots with a smoothing plane.

(iii) Remove plan marks and smooth cross-grained areas with a scraper.

(iv) Sand with the grain using appropriate sandpaper.

(v) Raise the grain allow to dry and sand

(vi) Dust-off

(vii) Apply finishing materials