With the ease and versatility of all the chalk and refinishing paints on the market, it can be an easy choice for your next ...

Q: When my mother moved recently, she had no room for her large mahogany dining room table and chairs. They wound up at our house, and everyone loves them, except for the finish. It's a high gloss, ...

As a wood finish ages, it begins to turn dark. Older wood actually needs a greater amount of protection than newer wood. And older finishes to furniture that now constitutes antiques weren't as ...

Q: I have an old piano on which the wood finish has grown dull with age. What can I do to bring it back to life? A: Bruce Johnson, Ask DIY woodworking expert, has this advice for you: As a wood finish ...

1. To clean the finish on your wood furniture just use warm water and mild dish soap. Cleaning furniture with water won't hurt it -- just be careful not to soak it. Use an old toothbrush for ...