Staining and Finishing

The internet has a lot of “hacks” for removing resin from skin and hands. But which ways actually work? I test 5 ways to remove resin!

Do you really need to shake or stir paint? Yes and no – it depends on the circumstances. Come find out when to shake and stir paint!

Rust is an annoying side effect of metal furniture… but does painting rust stop it from spreading? Yes and no – come learn the details!

Paint waterproofs wood… but it isn’t permanent. Come find out exactly what you need to do to waterproof wood with paint!

I might have left some paint in the garage for a few winters… come see if I managed to save it!

Wood stain and varnish are not the same thing, and yes, sometimes you need both! Come get the details

Finding the best natural wood finish depends on your project, so come find out which one will work best for you!

I’ve left wood unfinished numerous times… but there are definitely some times you can and some times you can’t. Get the details!

Not sure when to wet sand? Come find out the differences between wet sanding and dry sanding, and when to use each!

Worried you’re sanding too much? Too little? Come learn this super easy trick for knowing exactly when you’re done sanding!