If you've been wondering how best to preserve your wooden outdoor furniture to keep it safe from the elements, we have some ...

Varnish protects and beautifies wood grain furniture, but it's difficult to apply without getting streaks or drip marks. Start with a high-quality natural bristle brush and you're halfway to a smooth ...

Q. This week: I was interested in the column you did a few weeks ago about applying varnish to a tabletop. Usually, painters recommend that varnish be applied with the best quality brush available, ...

What went wrong is that you did not prepare the old finish properly. It must be sanded lightly but thoroughly to roughen the finish and reduce gloss, if any. This will give the old finish a bit of a ...

A wooden floor has obvious advantages, not least its natural, non-toxic beauty. It's also a lot easier to clean than carpet, and harbours fewer germs and dust mites, so it's better for people with ...

Why Won't the Varnish Dry? Whether you are building a piece of furniture from scratch or completing a renovation project, the varnish coat usually marks the end of the job. For a beautiful result, the ...