06/05/2026
Today I am bleaching the entire cabinet. I have some blotchy areas. I use oxalic acid to do this. This is different than using a 2 part wood bleach.
Oxalic acid removes dark water rings and mineral stains with it changing the woodās natural color.
A 2 part wood bleach is used to chemically strip out the natural wood pigments and tannins for a dramatic blonde or white washed look.
Iām not going for that look. I just want to even out the wood tone.
It can raise the grain because the crystals are mixed with water, so I usually apply it before I sand.
Sanding is next!
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