How do you "tone down" the shine on a piece of varnished furniture?

How do you "tone down" the shine on a piece of varnished furniture?
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Very, and I’ll say it again very fine steel wool. And a very, repeat after me, a very light touch. Repeat as necessary… To get the desired look.
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