Q: My childhood dresser is beautiful but the wood stain looks faded. I’d love to update it with fresh paint and new hardware, but I’ve heard that you can’t get good results painting over stain. Is ...

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 ...

Give new wood the look of age and character with this easy weathered wood tutorial. Using simple supplies and beginner-friendly steps, you can create a rustic, reclaimed finish that works beautifully ...

Wooden furniture makes an appearance in most people's homes. Whether it's a thrift store find, a family gem that has been passed down, or a piece that you simply loved many years ago and decided to ...

Many people like using a semi-transparent wood stain better than a solid one—even if it might not last as long—because it allows for more of the natural wood grain to come through. (Solid stain covers ...

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Ahh- the dreaded problem when you finally decide to paint a piece of furniture or even worse yet....kitchen cabinets and then.....stains are bleeding through the primer and paint you have ...