“These are the products that control the absorption, making sure the stain penetrates equally and granting you that finish you’re after,” advises residential painter George Crew. “The extra ...

The surface to be stained is then lightly sanded. That allows the stain, which lets the grain show through, to have more grip. The stain is applied with a very fine spray gun. A vacuum system, similar ...

Have you ever used a stain to change the appearance of a piece of bare wood in your home? Did the job turn out like the finish you see on high-end stained cabinets or other furniture? My guess is that ...