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- Applying Sanding Sealer (Step 13)
Applying Sanding Sealer (Step 13)
After the dust has been removed, a sanding sealer is applied to help fill in the pores of the wood. This helps subsequent sanding easier and helps to create a very smooth finish. Although this step can be considered optional, it pproduces a very nice result on pens that have a gloss finish.