To your second question John, you don't need to but if you want to darken the piece a bit, several coats help. If you don't want to darken a piece use n/c sanding sealer - this with a wax finish is my preferred treatment for Huon pine.
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To your second question John, you don't need to but if you want to darken the piece a bit, several coats help. If you don't want to darken a piece use n/c sanding sealer - this with a wax finish is my preferred treatment for Huon pine.
Andy, I would do your step #3 prior to applying the stain.:)