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Water-based poly can have adhesion problems when applied over an oil-based stain that's not thoroughly cured. That's why you should always apply a barrier coat of dewaxed shellac to seal oil-based ...

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.

Learn More › A: Kudos to you for doing right by a family heirloom! And you certainly can paint over stain, choosing the method that best suits the type of stain on the surface and the kind of ...

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If an item is old or a little rundown and shabby, it doesn’t mean that it’s time for it to retire to a landfill. All it needs ...

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We tried two different bicarb mixes for these tests. One with warm water and one with vinegar. With both mixes we sprinkled the bicarbonate of soda over the stain, fully covering it. Then we poured ...

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“I use them as plant holders, lamp stands, side tables and extra seating for when guests come over,” Kim says ... “All you need is some paint and gel stain to make this happen!” Specifically, Le ...