Next time you've got a painting project, give gel stains some consideration. Like traditional wood stains, it's oil-based and will absorb into unfinished wood, but gel stains won't put the grain on ...

Gel stain is a type of wood stain that comes in a gel form rather than a liquid. It's a popular choice for finishing wood surfaces and provides a rich, even color. Many home improvement pros and ...

Here is my long, very long, how to video on staining your kitchen cabinets. It was a long and crappy project, but I like the end result. The total time was 9 days!! This is because I had to let each ...

Do-it-yourselfers who attempt to finish or refinish furniture often have the most difficulty with stains, which are used to add tone to bland or lightly colored woods. Woods that have little natural ...

Just over two years ago, I took a huge chance and gel stained my 1979 golden oak kitchen. The result was so much better than ...

4. Apply Thin, Even Coats Use a foam brush, cloth, or staining pad to apply gel stain to the wood. Note: You can't spray a gel stain. Dry brushing is the way to go. Work in small sections, following ...