Yes on both cleaning and brightening. We have used these products numerous times without having issues with the spindles. Would test first though. ...

Thank You so much for the information.

Yes you always need to prep to remove mill glaze. You can clean and recoat AC and you can also easily strip it if ever needed.

Probably just raised wood grain. Typically is not noticeable when stain is applied. Post a picture when finished here in the forum if you have ti...

So if I use the Armstrong Clarke product will I need to chemically clean it before staining to remove the glaze? Also is their stain a clean and...

Would be best to strip if you switch but both are easy to remove. We do not use TWP on new wood anymore. It just does not dry very well and looks blot...

I apologize but we personally have never worked on that wood type before. You will need to remove the SW first. Try a stain stripper and pressure wash...

Best to just finish the stripping and clean the other half. Brighten all when done and it should look even.

1. No the liner will just need to dry. 2. We have never had an issue with pads and fire. We just let them dry out. I doubt it will kill the vin...