How Do I Remove the Smell of Tobacco from Furniture Before Refinishing?

  1. Spray your project inside and out with Ozuim Sanitizer.
  2. Place a box or bowl of charcoal briquettes inside your project.
  3. Cover your entire project with plastic and let it sit for 24 hours.
  4. Clean your project with a Scotch-Brite pad and a 50/50 mix of denatured alcohol and water.
  5. Sand the surface with a 150-grit or 180-grit sanding pad. We recommend Softback Sanding Sponges.
  6. If there is still a bit of lingering odor, a coat of shellac may help.