How to Refinish an Ashley Wood Stove

Wood stoves used to be a mainstay in homes as the sole heat source. Today, people rely on wood stoves for their beauty as well as their usefulness. Numerous manufacturers, including Ashley, make wood stoves using antique designs to capture that old charm. However, after a few years, your stove could look a little worn. Instead of just living with it, you can refinish a wood stove, provided that you use the right type of paint.

Steel wool
Soft cloth
High temperature steel paint
Paintbrush
High temperature polyurethane

Instructions

- 1
  Sand any rough areas or chipped paint with steel wool. Alternatively, you can use a metal-grade sandpaper. Get into any detail work with the steel wool. If there is rust, sand it until it is removed.
- 2
  Wipe the stove down with a soft cloth to remove dust and debris. These small pieces of dirt or dust will mar the new finish.
- 3
  Apply one coat of high temperature steel paint. Use the color of your choice. Place cardboard sheets around the base of the stove to avoid getting overspray on your flooring if you cannot move the stove out of the room to refinish it. Let the first coat cure according to manufacturer instructions -- typically about six to 10 hours.
- 4
  Clear coat the stove with approved polyurethane. Use a polyurethane graded for use on metal and high temperatures. Brush on at least one coat. Let it dry for up to 12 hours. If you want a higher gloss, sand the finish lightly and apply a second coat.

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