Staining a piece of wood is a way to enhance the grain's natural beauty, but sometimes the results don't turn out as expected. A woodworking project can wind up with an uneven stain absorption if it ...

With these expert hacks, you can get rid of dark spots without stripping and starting over.

Q: How can I eliminate blotchiness and uneven results using water-based stains and urethane? I’m finishing a bed that I made and the finish looks terrible. I’m working with birch plywood and poplar ...

Do-it-yourselfers who want to stain interior wood such as doors and trim, or those who build furniture, have several choices of stains that can give various wood tones to the wood. Liquid pigmented ...

2. Use a Pre-Stain Conditioner Applying a pre-stain conditioner helps to seal the wood and prevent blotchiness, especially on softwoods like pine. This step is crucial for achieving an even finish.