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Getting the wood clean and free of the old finish is really important. The method that Gregg uses is what I use and is really the best way to go. The only time I’ll use a stripper product is when I have to remove polyurethane. Yuk

I purchased a few small nylon brushes that work great for getting finish out of seams and tight spaces. Dip it in the Lacquer thinner mixture and brush with the grain. Rinse and repeat till clean.

I always wipe the cabinet down with a clean rag and fresh thinner. I’ll let it dry and recheck to make sure there is no finish left.

Good luck.