One of the more common DIY projects is staining and re-finishing the many wood items around the home, such as doors, cabinets, furniture or floors. While picking the right stain is a vital part of any ...

The following terms define the overall color and aesthetic appeal of the wood finish: • Hue defines the characteristic of the color i.e. red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet. There is no such ...

Next time you’re working on a project that needs a durable wood finish, don’t grab the polyurethane. Follow [Victor Ola’s] advice and raid your grandparent’s record cabinet for some old 78 records.

Wood finishing is one of the last processes in the manufacture of furniture or cabinets and the first thing seen on the retail floor. The wood finish emphasizes the mission of the furniture, cabinets ...

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Q: I had painters in my house a few weeks ago and just noticed paint left on the sideboard in my dining room. This is beautiful cherry furniture and is part of a custom set made for me by John Landis.

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Gone are the days of high-gloss hardwood floors so reflective they look wet to the touch. Thanks perhaps to the Scandinavians (and a bit of good old-fashioned practicality), matte wood finishes are ...

Q: We acquired a Knabe baby grand piano from a neighbor whose grandfather purchased it in the 1920s. The wood is really dull, and we’d like to be able to polish or refinish it without damaging the ...