Whether you're staining a wood deck, bench, or fence, these expert tips will enhance its look and longevity An even application of stain will prevent water and UV rays from permeating the wood. By ...

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 ...

A patio chair starts to splinter at the arms, the table looks tired and grey, and one summer thunderstorm can undo months of care. Outdoor wood is beautiful — and brutally exposed. The quiet trick ...

A great wood stain does double duty. First, it adds to the aesthetics, either by enhancing the natural grain pattern of the wood, or by covering blemishes, depending upon the stain you choose. Second, ...