If you don’t like the color, you are pretty much stuck. Use a stain that requires a separate finish. That way, if you aren’t real keen on the color, you can immediately wipe it off with mineral spirits or even layer another stain color on top of it. Make adjustments to the color...
areas that paint or stain won’t cover. Refacing means giving existing cabinet frames, doors and drawer fronts a new veneer, usually wood or laminate. When you go the DIY route, you’ll need about$2,000 in equipmentto get the job done. So it may be best to work with a professional...
If you have a crack in your solid wood tabletop, then you may despair of ever being able to restore it. However, in almost all cases, it is possible to manage some kind of repair. You can have this fixed by a professional, in which case you will probably have to pay a large amount...
If it’s veneer, you will only be able to sand it lightly, so probably won’t be able to remove the dark finish completely. If the wood is heavily damaged, it also may be worth consideringpainting the furniturea lighter colour instead of stripping it. Ultimately, the decision will depend...
About a year ago, my husband found an old wood table on Facebook Marketplace. It wasfree, so he brought it home to see if I could restore it in some way. (Why I never took a picture of it in its original state is beyond me, but it was inveryrough shape.) The sealer was peel...
Stripping wood furniture is not a fun job, but this process makes it so easy! I am showing you how to strip furniture without stripper!
We have an old wood table that has been used and abused for years. Bringing it out over the holidays for card playing, I commented how badly damaged it was and wished I knew how to remove the hideous white heat stains that marred the top. While talking I’m quickly covering the surfac...
the veneer can range in thickness depending on the quality of the flooring, most engineered products can be sanded and refinished to restore their appearance. There are also a number of other methods for repairing these floors, depending on the scope of damage and the type of flooring in use...
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I have a curved wooden coffee table that has bad staining from hot plates, faded circles from hot drinks, water damage etc. I think it is wood veneer (not solid natural wood) as you can see the layers on the side. What would be the best and easiest way to restore it? It is a li...