Next time you've got a painting project, give gel stains some consideration. Like traditional wood stains, it's oil-based and will absorb into unfinished wood, but gel stains won't put the grain on ...

Stain highlights the natural beauty of wood, but getting the results you want requires more than just the right stain color.

Q: Is a water-based stain as good as an oil-based stain on pine molding? When applying the pre-stain conditioner and the stain itself, is it best to use a brush or cloth? Is there a waiting period to ...

Q. I am building several outdoor projects with pressure-treated wood. I’ve been told that the wood should be stained. I was under the impression that pressure-treated wood would last in its natural ...

Unlike a traditional stain, it can also be applied to non-porous surfaces to create a durable finish more like paint. And yet, its thick consistency makes it more forgiving to apply than a coat of ...