Exterior wood stain protects wood siding from mildew, water damage and UV rays while enhancing natural grain. Learn how to ...

Wood that's stained a natural hue is easily updated with the right primer and paint. With proper preparation, you can achieve ...

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Type: Ready Mix Series: Stain and Sealer Color: Transparent Redwood Coverage: 125-175 Sq. Ft./Gallon Smooth Surface Curing Time: 72 Hours to Full Cure ...

For 2 years, we’ve bought and tested over 20 deck stains to find out the best one working well on pressure-treated wood. Our teams spent months testing rigorously each model extensively. Out of many ...

Simply brush, sponge or spray on some distilled water and let it dry thoroughly (overnight is best). Then, resand with your ...

Cedar is one of the most durable fencing materials out there, but if you want to keep it looking good over time, it's ...

If you're using both on the same piece, say, a dresser or desk you're renovating, the stain typically goes on first. For other projects, like wall paneling, they might be entirely separate. However, ...

Next apply the paint or stain according to the instructions. Most recommend at least two or three coats, with a four-hour drying time between applications. Use a pad applicator for the quickest ...

Timber flooring is often considered a no-no for wet areas such as bathrooms, but as Lawrence Puah, design director of akiHAUS ...

Photo: Michael Sullivan Coat the board with beeswax to seal in the oil. Photo: Michael Sullivan Here’s the board after it’s been waxed. Photo: Michael Sullivan This is a dry wood board that ...