Repairing Wood Finishes

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A bed frame with peeling paint.
Stripping Furniture

With a supply list and a plan, you are well on your way to success in your furniture stripping process.

Sanding the top of a small wood antique table.
Wood Finish Repair: How to Remove Shellac

Removing shellac is one the easiest wood finish repair jobs.

Stained wood.
Stained and Blemished Wood Repair

Here's how to take care of those pesky wood stains.

A scratched old wooden table surface.
How to Repair Scratches in Polyurethane Wood Finish

Don't let a small scratch compromise the wood beneath.

half burned wood board surface
How to Repair Burn Marks on a Wood Coffee Table

A wood coffee table is something that can easily accumulate burn marks onto it.

Two wooden adirondack chairs sit on a backyard deck.
Applying Spar Varnish on Outdoor Furniture

Extend the life of your wooden deck or patio furniture with a clear, protective sealer.

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How To Cut Wood Veneer

Wood veneer is a very thin piece of actual wood that is used to cover other wood.

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How to Stain Furniture

Bring it in line with your color palette and style.

A wood deck is stained.
How To Use Oil-based Stain on Wood

Oil-based stain is used to color wood.

A glossy, lacquered wood surface.
How to Repair Scratches in Lacquer Wood Finish

Learn how you can repair scratches to keep your furniture looking great.

Wood flooring reflecting light
How to Repair Scratches in Wood Glaze Finish

The repair isn't complicated, but it does take some time.

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How to Remove a Water-Based Polyurethane Wood Finish

A hardwood floor that has been finished with a water-based polyurethane adds depth and warmth.

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How to Repair Scratches in a Wood Varnish Finish

If you have scratched the wood varnish in your home you will want to make sure that you fix it quickly.

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How to Distress Wood

The goal with distressing wood is to make it look old again, which is accomplished by beating it up,

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How to Create a Distressed Wood Finish

Distressed wood adds character and interest.

A wood frame.
How to Make a Distressed Wood Frame

Making a distressed wood frame is fairly simple.

A distressed hardwood floor.
How to Paint Distressed Wood Flooring

The floor's age will affect its look.

Round coffee table
How to Refinish a Carved Coffee Table

Take care to preserve the original design.

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How to Repair Interior Wood Table Finish

A wood table finish will over time be something that you may need to do some repairs on.

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How to Stain and Seal a Cedar Porch Swing

If you have a cedar porch swing DIY project, are you wondering whether you should paint or stain?

clean light wood cedar chest with carved designs
How to Clean Cedar Chests

These attractive pieces often store cherished items.

A cedar chest filled to the brim with old family heirlooms.
How to Refinish a Cedar Chest

Keep your storage chest protected with a new finish.

plastic wicker porch swing with colorful pillows
Is a Wicker or Cedar Porch Swing More Durable?

Cedar has a high strength-to-weight ratio rating.

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Time to Strip?

Got a piece of furniture you're thinking about re-finishing?

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How to Refinish Butcher Block Countertops

Butcher block countertops can be practical and lovely in a kitchen.

A trio of paint brushes over cans of varnish.
Tips for Selecting an Interior Wood Finish

There is something warm about a good interior wood finish.

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Tips for Restoring an Old Wood Banister

Restoring an aged wood banister back to its former glory can be a complicated task.

A hand sits on a finished wooden banister.
How to Restain a Wood Banister

Get your banister looking as good as new without spending a fortune.

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How to Refinish a Wooden Porch Bench

Having a porch bench is not just a way of adding a decorative element to your porch, but also a practical addition, especially if you enjoy spending some time outdoors. However, since the porch bench is used outdoors, it will inevitably be exposed, to some extent, to weather conditions, including sun,

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How to Stain and Seal Wooden Porch Benches

Staining and sealing porch benches is the same process as staining and sealing any other piece of wood that would be used outdoors. You may already have the products you need around the house from other projects. You Will Need Stain Sealer Brushes Sandpaper Mineral spirits Rags Step 1: Prepare the

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How to Add Color to Varnish

For a varnish color you may not find ready-made in your paint store, you can add color to your varnish for the tint that will be just right for your tastes. With the right technique and tinting material, you can create a customized color that allows the natural wood grain to be seen through the varnish.