Looking for a glass-smooth wooden table top? Learn how to stain and refinish a table top to bring it back to pristine ...

Wood that's stained a natural hue is easily updated with the right primer and paint. With proper preparation, you can achieve an expert finish.

Pre-treat the stain with lemon juice or vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes. (Hint: If you’re in a restaurant, ask for a slice of lemon and start pre-treating on the spot.) ...

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.