Valspar One-Coat Exterior Solid Stain & Sealer Review

Valspar one coat stain and sealer review

Check out my honest review of Valspar One Coat Exterior Stain and Sealer product. I used it to cover an outdoor three tiered planter project and it worked really well! You know I’m all about trying different paint products. I’m always looking for a good outdoor paint and stain as well! How do you know … Read more

Best Colorful Wood Stains for Vibrant and Long-lasting Wood Finishes

best colorful wood stains

Looking for a list of the best colorful wood stains for a long lasting finish? Look no further because we’ve tested and compared the best ones. Wood stains are an essential part of any woodworking project, not only do they provide protection from the elements, but they also enhance the natural beauty of the wood … Read more

How to Stain Wood with Household Products

staining wood with household products

This post shares how to stain wood with a few household products. This list includes coffee, tea, bleach, vinegar, and red wine. Have y’all ever “shopped your house” to find a little wood stain? I can’t believe I’ve been refinishing furniture for years and NEVER tried some of these household products to stain wood! I’m … Read more

Wood Dye vs Wood Stain; How and When to Use Each

wood dye vs wood stain

If you’ve ever wondered about wood dye vs. wood stain then this is the post for you! I’ve shared the differences between wood dye (wood tint) and wood stain and how to use each.  I bet most of you reading this haven’t heard of wood dye. Why would anyone use wood dye (also known as wood tint)? We … Read more

How to Apply Wood Stain over Wood Stain

how to apply wood stain over stain

Want to learn how to apply stain over stain on a piece of furniture? I’ve shared how to do this with a bench makeover. Can you apply wood stain over previously applied wood stain or do you need to paint over the previous stain? I don’t know about you, but sometimes I want a furniture … Read more

How to Refinish a Solid Oak Wood Door Over a Previous Finish

How to refinish wood front door over previous finish

Refinishing any old door sounds like an arduous task and hard work doesn’t it? The thought of stripping the old stain and finish, sanding the wood, cleaning the wood and then re staining a wood door is a lot. I’m here to show you how to refinish a wood door the easy way in just a … Read more

How to Stain Wood Stairs Treads without Sanding

staining wood stairs

Learn how to stain wood stairs in just a few easy steps. Staining wood stair treads is a simple DIY project and doesn’t have to be hard work, let me show you! Have I ever mentioned that we have a “back house?” It’s a completely separate home with a full kitchen, two bathrooms and a … Read more

4 Common Types of Wood Stain with Product Examples

4 common types of wood stain

Wood stain is a great way to add color and protection to your woodworking and furniture project. It’s a perfect alternative to painting the surface of a project. There are many different types of wood stain available, each with its own unique characteristics. Let me show you four of the most common types of wood … Read more