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 ...

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 ...

When you are applying varnish or clear polyurethane finish to wood, use a leg of old pantyhose. Roll it up and tuck back to make a small pad, and dip it in the liquid. It will easily work around table ...

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 ...