In a world increasingly concerned about environmental preservation, there’s a growing challenge at the intersection of artistry and conservation. The problem is our insatiable demand for the rich, ...

The right wood color can easily transform a space. Before updating your floors, learn more about the color, tone, and grain of each wood variety. Julie Soefer When updating hardwood floors, selecting ...

Wood stain adds a layer of beauty and protection to decks, fences, and exterior doors. And staining wood is a perfectly doable DIY project. But just because you can take on the task yourself doesn’t ...

You might think to switch out light fixtures or upgrade your entryway when you’re planning home improvements, but another way to update your deck, railings, and ...

Wood processing encompasses the conversion of harvested timber into value‐added products through a series of fundamental steps including sawing (or primary breakdown), drying (seasoning) and ...

How to Match Wood Stain I’ve refinished a number of furniture pieces and wood trim when matching an existing stain was important. I’ve had far better luck getting stains matched by the staff at the ...