[Radioroslyn]

As Denver said sanding isn't a good idea. Some sets use what's called wafer veneer. It's very thin about 128 of an inch thick. You can sand though it in no time. Don't ask how I know. Also there is the photo finish. A large decal made to look like wood with inlays. Sand it or strip it and you done! If you take a close look at some sets that are being offered on ebay you'll notice that the from panel looks very plain and pale. That's what you 'll get after stripping a photo finish.
Here's a few I found

http://cgi.ebay.com/120615934586

http://cgi.ebay.com/360295501149

http://cgi.ebay.com/190436966669

http://cgi.ebay.com/300461052941

You can check in the Gallery to see what these are suppose to look like. On non photo finish stripping, light sanding, grain filling, using toned lacquer,and a high gloss lacquer are the general steps. On photo finishes it will require a bit of art work to recreate the missing areas of photo and a coat of lacquer. For more info go over to the Cabinet Restoration Section
Good Luck
Terry