Q: My childhood dresser is beautiful but the wood stain looks faded. I’d love to update it with fresh paint and new hardware, but I’ve heard that you can’t get good results painting over stain. Is ...

Staining and varnishing require different techniques than painting. To start with, you can apply most stains with either a brush or a cloth. First lay a coat of stain on the wood in the direction of ...

Not only can a fresh coat of paint or stain reinvigorate a tired room or piece of furniture, it’s also relatively easy for the average DIY-er to accomplish—as long as you use the right paint brush, ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A: Kudos to you for doing right by a family heirloom! And you certainly can paint over ...