Black interiors are always popular, and deep, neutral stains are a great way to create that look. Classic Black by Varathane is a top-selling indoor wood stain used by DIYers and professionals.

But while it's easy to do in theory, it doesn't necessarily work for all cabinets. “Solid wood kitchen cabinets are the only way to have a truly stained look, as you cannot technically stain ...

Whether revamping a tired coffee table or refinishing flooring, choosing the right wood stain is a key detail. There are endless options to choose from, including different colors, undertones ...

Staining a piece of wood is a way to enhance the grain's natural beauty, but sometimes the results don't turn out as expected. A woodworking project can wind up with an uneven stain absorption if ...

Q: My childhood dresser is beautiful but the wood stain looks faded. I’d love to update it with fresh paint and new hardware, but I’ve heard that you can’t get good results painting over stain.

One web post I found shows step-by-step pictures that indicate a black stain came off wood without stripping by using a paste of 2 parts Bar Keepers Friend cleanser to 1 part water for a few ...

To keep your exterior wood surfaces looking new, re-stain them every two to three years. Some surfaces may need more frequent staining, depending on their uses, such as heavy shoveling of a deck ...