Linseed oil may be the oldest wood finish known to man, with evidence of linseed oil finishes being applied to wood as far back as ancient Egypt.

Pressure treating protects wood from the elements, helps prevent insect attacks, and minimizes the effects of aging. While pressure-treated wood offers many benefits, structures built from it often ...

A wood deck increases your home’s value and adds a living space, but only if it is aesthetically appealing. If left untreated ...

Stained wood console table with silver hardware - Vieriu Adrian/Getty Images Stain highlights the natural beauty of wood, but getting the results you want requires more than just the right stain color ...

Maybe you’re working on a small hobby project and are looking for a unique way to stain your wood without those noxious chemical fumes. You want your birdhouse to attract animals of discriminating ...

Most stores stock wood stain in every shade of brown despite a manufacturer’s spectrum that includes vivid reds, deep blues, and even bright whites. Picking colors is definitely the fun part. But ...

Staining the deck is a project you don't want to repeat every year. That means choosing a stain that can handle the weather. According to Consumer Reports tests, the best stains will look like new ...

Have you ever used a stain to change the appearance of a piece of bare wood in your home? Did the job turn out like the finish you see on high-end stained cabinets or other furniture? My guess is that ...