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I think it's veneer. I would like it be in some brown tones ( walnut or lighter brown ) or ay lighter shade will do. Do I need to sand it or will any gel stain work without sanding. What about those no sand methods you see on YouTube. This will be my first time doing a furniture piece so plz guide me through it. TIA

I need suggestions for sealing this floor. It's red oak doesn't have much red/ pink to it but as soon as we turn on lights it shows some red. Was wondering if bona red out is the solution for that. Also suggest the sealer and top coat . T IA