Step #1

Room temperature and humidity affect results (warm and dry is best)

Sand to 320 grit

Rub on finish until absorbed

Surface should appear dull and nearly dry

Approximately 5 to 10 minutes

Let dry at least 24 hours

After dry and if necessary, apply CA glue to fill cracks, dental tool is useful for removing air pockets, sand with 180/220 grits

Step #2

Sand with 320 grit

CA glue should only be in the crack

Rub on finish until absorbed

Surface should appear dull and nearly dry

Approximately 10 minutes

Let dry at least 24 hours

If necessary, apply CA glue and fill cracks, sand with 220/320 grits

Step #3

Sand with 400 grit

Rub on finish

(wipe off excess of piece does not absorb all of the finish)

Surface should appear dull and nearly dry

Approximately 10 minutes

Let dry at least 24 hours (48 hrs is better)

Step #4

Sand with 400 grit

Wipe on thin even coat of finish

Apply constant pressure

Turn table works well for a large piece

Shake or spin piece to level finish

Let dry at least 12 hours

Piece should have a dullish semi-gloss appearance.  An uneven appearance (some parts dull and others shiny) justifies repeating this step.  Sand with 320 and repeat