Yes, as long as the previous finish is not lacquer or shellac. Be sure to test the selected colour on a hidden spot to see how it will look over the original finish. To prepare the surface, make sure that the finish is clean and has had all wax and polish removed. Then lightly sand with #180 or #220 sandpaper.
Then thaw meat, add seasoning and press into strips or sticks, and place on trays to dry. Depending on how thick meat is cut, how heavily dryer is loaded, and the humidity, jerky takes from 4 to 15 hours to dry.
The drying time will vary depending on which method you use, the moisture content of the apples, and how thick the apple slices are. Drying apples in a food dehydrator takes between 12 and 24 hours. Drying apples in the oven takes between 10 and 20 hours.The higher the heat, the quicker they will dry; but youâll need to watch them closely and turn the slices often if your heat is higher than 145 degrees Fahrenheit.Drying apples over a wood stove takes about 8 to 14 hours.. Place them single layer on whatever you are going to use to dry them on. We use a screen from a retired food dehydrator. You can use a new, clean window screen or an oven rack covered with cheesecloth. Or if youâre drying your apples in a food dehydrator, place them on the racks of the dehydrator.