Staining and Finishing

Learn everything you need to know about staining plywood: how to prep the plywood, how to stain, how to choose the right stain, and more!

Diluting wood stain is easy to do with the right thinner for your stain. And there are some great applications for thinned wood stain!

Not sure what the difference is between all the different wood finishes? Come learn exactly which finish is right for your project!

Can wood stains and finishes go bad? Turns out, wood finishes do have a shelf life! Come find out if your wood stain/finish is good to use.

I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but the first time I tried gel stain was last summer. It took me years to progress from …

Need a non-toxic or food safe wood finish? Click through to learn about some great food safe and non-toxic wood finish options!

Learn five techniques for staining end grain, as well as how they match up when compared directly in an experiment!

Sometimes wood won’t take wood stain. There are some simple reasons and solutions – so come find out what to do next!

Come find out everything you need to know to apply wood conditioner successfully and say goodbye to blotchy stain!

Some wood finishes turn yellow over time. Come learn which non-yellowing wood finishes are the best of the bunch!