Build a Wine Rack with Built-in Wine Glass Storage

Because of the intricate nature of this woodworking project, it would be best to apply the finish to your wine rack and wine glass rack before assembling the parts. You could wait until after assembly, but the task would be much more difficult.

No matter whether you're painting or staining this project, be certain to apply finish only to the parts which will be exposed and visible. You can apply finish to the parts that won't be visible, such as the rear of the plywood back, but there is no compelling reason to do so, unless you're worried about protecting the exposed areas from moisture.

If you've chosen to stain your woodworking project, be sure to follow up the stain with two or three coats of polyurethane, to protect the finish. Follow the instructions on the can, and give each coat a light sanding after it dries before applying the next coat.