Natural coloration also affects how stains appear. A stain won’t have much effect on very dark wood species like ebony, but ...

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Color isn’t just for textiles anymore. Designers are expanding the bold color trend to wood furniture. Lemon by Minwax is a penetrating interior water-based stain with a sunny hue that covers well.

Cedar by BEHR is a warm light golden brown that suits various design styles. Burnt Hickory by Cabot and Oxford Brown by Pittsburgh Paint Co. are rustic and timeless. Violet by Minwax is a bold choice ...

You may not need to replace those kitchen or bathroom cabinets, nor the built-ins in your living room or den. All it takes to create the look of newness and perhaps eliminate that outdated light color ...

Staining a wood deck doesn’t just play up its beauty; it adds a layer of protection. The same holds true for staining fences, siding, or outdoor furniture. The best wood stains can help add years to ...

Wood stain adds a layer of beauty and protection to decks, fences, and exterior doors. And staining wood is a perfectly doable DIY project. But just because you can take on the task yourself doesn’t ...