Can I change the colour of my beech finish office furniture?
If it’s solid wood then it’s easy to change the colour. Simply sand down the existing finish for a smooth base and apply a new layer of varnish, matt or gloss, in the colour of your choice. So long as you’re going darker it’s no problem at all. In truth, the more work you spend on preparation, the better the end product, but so long as the surface is smooth and grease free, you’ll get away with it. With the varnish, use it sparingly, allowing each coat to dry before applying the next. A few thin layers give a much better finish than one thick layer. If it’s laminate beech then you can by specialist products to cover laminate, but you’re unlikely to find a good wood finish in these products.
