Interior design trends can come and go in the blink of an eye, meaning that even if they were the most in-fashion option when you chose them, your wood finishes might be dating your home. Sometimes, ...

Q. Color change of wood...why? The variation is killing us. A. As you probably know, wood is made up of wood cells that look like miniature soda straws. The cells are often around 1/8 to ¼ inches in ...

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 ...

Q. We are making hickory dowels and have two questions: Why are some dowels more pink in color and why are some apparently weaker than others. The last thing we need is a broken chair rung or even a ...