We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the best ways to rejuvenate a stale space is to upgrade any outdated cabinets with a new wood stain. Applying wood stain is an ...

Avoid toxic wood stains by making a natural, plant-based version. Sometimes I work on indoor cabinetry that is so large I have to stain and finish it in the same spot it’s ultimately going to live. If ...

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Once you have finally checked off that deck project that's been on your to-do list, you'll want to finish it off with a coat of stain to improve its appearance and protect the surface. Not all times ...

Take off your shoes. High heels leave dents in hardwood, and dirty shoes leave scuffs and scratches. Use the right cleaners.

Anyone who's ever finished a deck knows to clean it beforehand to strip it of loose wood, mildew, stains, and any flaking remnants of previous finishes. But once you're done and want to apply the ...

Water stains on wood can be light or dark. Light stains can be more easily removed with household products, but dark stains ...

We love our decks here in the northwest. And it’s easy to understand why. Of course, a wood deck requires a fair amount of upkeep. It needs to be stained and sealed every few years to keep it looking ...

Q. Is it possible to paint over wood stained a dark walnut color? There is so much of it in our house - cabinets, trim and so forth. I don't want to have to sand them. -L. Rich A. There is no need to ...