Staining wood furniture is an important part of furniture restoration. Find out how to stain wood and get an even stain across the grains in this free video.
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Converting a gloss varnish to a satin finish is no more complicated than sanding. The process, called “rubbing out,” scuffs and abrades the glossy varnish to take away its shine.…
Make your own garden tub heated with wood by following this easy step by step guide. Lounging in a hot tub is a wonderfully relaxing way to end a difficult…
Building terminology can induce confusion in the average homeowner, particularly when a phrase has multiple meanings. For instance, triple set, when referring to windows, may mean one of three things,…
Having hardwood floors in a room can do a great deal to add elegance and appeal to your home. However, when you choose to have hardwood floors, there are also…
French Polish your furniture by following this simple ‘how to’ guide. Although an moderately easy task, it’s messy and can sometimes, from first hand experience be challenging. French Polishing has…
Cladding a house with wood involves the installation of a wood-like material on the exterior or structures. Homeowners have a choice of a variety of products, such as the standard…
Larchlap fencing is a popular and traditional choice for garden privacy. This kind of fencing is similar to the Closeboard, but is not as robust and long-lived, however larchlap fencing…
Whether you’re painting over stained and varnished cabinets, trim, doors or furniture, the process is essentially the same. The smooth surface must be sanded and the wood primed or the…
Also referred to as wood siding, wood cladding is the wood material utilized to finish the exterior of a structure. It is often applied over the basic structure and other…