VOC in Stain Colors: Uses and Alternatives

Paints and Stains, ever since discovery, have protected our valuables. The research and development department of Paints and Stains are never out of work. What is the fuzz about VOC in paints and stains? VOCs, volatile organic compounds, are low boiling point compounds that are used in oil-based paints and

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Conversion Varnish

This video answers the question “What is the difference between a Conversion Varnish and a Lacquer”. These coatings are technical and this video’s purpose is to give a general summary comparison. There are specialty clear coats and colored lacquers not discussed in this video. *After viewing please consider offering your

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Stenciling Cabinets

Use stenciling to add new life to your cabinets. Learning how to stencil cabinets, furniture and walls enables you beautifully personalize your home. This video takes you through the steps of how to add custom stencil patterns into your decorating scheme. You’ll easily produce professional results when using stencils in

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Painting Kitchen Cabinets

Painting kitchen cabinets is an easy and inexpensive way to bring old cabinets back to life. Meghan Carter shows you how to paint kitchen cabinets and offers a few inspirational decorating ideas for really dressing up your kitchen cabinets. *After viewing please consider offering your own insights and opinions, this

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How to Stain Wood

This video discusses the basic steps used to apply wood stain. Includes a discussion of the differences between hard and soft wood, use of a pre-stain conditioner, application techniques and using an oil base wiping stain. *After viewing please consider offering your own insights and opinions, this would be a

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Exterior Wood Door Restoration

This video shows the steps needed to take a worn varnished front door through the preparation and refinishing processes and have a ‘like new’ wood door. Includes; Wood Preparation and Sanding Applying the Finish   *After viewing please consider offering your own insights and opinions, this would be a big

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Distressing Wood

This video show various wood distressing techniques and the tools used. Includes making worm holes, cracks, chaining and hewning. These techniques can be used on any wood surface to give it an “old world” look. Use on doors, cabinets, a fireplace mantel or any wood surface for a unique look.

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How Conditioning Wood Affects Staining

This video shows the effect of conditioning wood before staining. Demonstrates conditioning on a piece of Pine before staining. With softwoods, such as Pine, using a pre-stain conditioner will help prevent a blotchy stain job. *After viewing please consider offering your own insights and opinions, this would be a big

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Glazing Kitchen Cabinets

Glazing kitchen cabinets is an easy way to give your kitchen cabinets an antiqued look. Meghan Carter demonstrates how to glaze kitchen cabinets, so you can enjoy the rustic feel of glazed kitchen cabinets in your home. With her instructions, you’ll have no trouble producing professional results when glazing kitchen

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Staining a Fiberglass Door

Embossed fiberglass is a low maintenance substitute to the standard wood door. Plus, staining a fiberglass door can be easier than working with wood. The main difference between wood and fiberglass is the type of stain and its application. Embossed, wood grained, fiberglass can’t absorb the stain like wood. A

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