Q: We hired a local handyman to help renovate a bathroom and rework two entry-area closets into a unified closet with bi-fold doors. This meant replacing some of the wide-plank pine floorboards in our ...

A: The best wood finish is one that will displace water and not chip or peel like paint. Linseed oil (a vegetable oil) is the very best wood preservative money can buy. You will see it on the shelf as ...

Wood floors need a sealer to protect new wood when it’s installed, and again years later after resanding. Finishes like shellac, lacquer and linseed oil don’t qualify even though they’re great on ...

(CN) - Home Depot sold a "misbranded hazardous" oil finish that started a fire when rags soaked in the substance allegedly spontaneously combusted, a federal judge ruled. John McGrath had used a can ...

Wood countertops are beautiful, warm, and can be very durable, but how long they last is often directly tied to the products you use to seal and finish them. There are many things to know before you ...

Effortlessly bringing a touch of timeless elegance, hardwood floors are a great addition to any home. This beautiful flooring option comes in various styles and finishes to complement any design ...

Dear James: I recently bought an older house. It has beautiful cherry woodwork that needs to be refinished. I have heard about a French-polish finish. Is this a good finish to use and how do I do it? ...

LOUISVILLE, CO -- Unearthed Paints, a manufacturer of ecofriendly paints and plasters is pleased to announce their new natural Hard Wax Oil Finish – a durable surface treatment, ensuring excellent ...