Choosing the right type of stain for the species of wood is key to limiting blotches. For absorbent woods like pine or woods ...

The process of staining furniture is intimidating to many do-it-yourselfers, because special tools and chemicals are involved, if, say, you are removing a layer of paint from the furniture you're ...

Warmer weather is giving us permission to do things we would otherwise be daydreaming about, like finally breaking out the pool floats for Instagram. Furniture staining, painting, and refinishing have ...

Choose a color and type of stain. Pick a color you like then test it out on an inconspicuous spot on the furniture, like the underside or back, so you can see how the color looks on that particular ...

How to Match Wood Stain I’ve refinished a number of furniture pieces and wood trim when matching an existing stain was important. I’ve had far better luck getting stains matched by the staff at the ...

Have you ever used a stain to change the appearance of a piece of bare wood in your home? Did the job turn out like the finish you see on high-end stained cabinets or other furniture? My guess is that ...

Clean your furniture with a tack cloth to gently remove any dust or grime from the wood. Sand with a 220 grit sandpaper to open the wood and make it easier for stain to penetrate. Always test your ...