Brush applying clear sealer to wood.

VOC in Stain Colors: Uses and Alternatives

Paints and Stains, ever since discovery, have protected our valuables. The research and development department of Paints and Stains are never out of work. What is the fuzz about VOC in paints and stains? VOCs, volatile organic compounds, are low boiling point compounds that are used in oil-based paints and

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Selecting the Right Exterior Wood Stain

Siding and trim can be beautified and protected from the elements with exterior wood stain. An exterior stain must have the ability to resist the damaging effects of the sun and rain. Plus, provide a pleasing appearance for as long as possible. This is difficult for a product that is

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A semi-solid deck stain applied to a pressure treated wood deck floor and handrail.

Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing Deck Stain

Deck stain does a lot. There are multiple challenges a stain must overcome in order to last. Quality formulas 1) resist abrasion, 2) don’t fade when exposed to UV light, and 3) hold up to heat, cold, wind, and water. Exterior finishes fail for two primary reasons: UV light and

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Wood pergola stained with a semi-solid exterior wood stain.

How to Choose the Best Wood Stain for Your Project

In order to choose the best wood stain for the job, consider the look you are going for and what conditions the wood will be under. Certain looks work better with certain stains. In addition, some conditions like exterior wood and wooden decks require specially formulated stains as well. Stains

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Color samples of Old Master's woos stains.

Selecting the Perfect Interior Wood Stain Color

To enliven the interior wood you are refinishing, choose an excellent wood stain color. Although most manufactures have around 20-30 interior wood stain colors this still can be as difficult as deciding on a color to paint a room, but a good decision will make all the difference. Identify the

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Applying a traditional oil base wood stain with a white bristle brush.

How to Apply Oil Base Stain Like a Pro

Applying oil base stain is slightly different than applying water base stain. Oil based stain comes in two popular varieties: gel and liquid. Both produce similar results but there are slightly varied techniques on applying each type. Gel Stain vs. Liquid Stain Gel stain is much thicker than liquid stain.

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Examples of wood dye stain colors.

Aniline Dye: A Colorful Choice for Wood Finishing

Applying Aniline Dyes to Wood Furniture Produces a Transparent Color Hue Applying aniline dyes today is very simple compared to how it was done in the late 1800s! Aniline dye was invented in 1856 and over the course of 150 years it has become easier to apply to woods and

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Examples of various colors of wood dye.

The Colorful World of Aniline Dyes

Aniline Dyes Provide a Translucent Color to Wood Furniture Aniline dyes are substances used to add color to wood, clothing and leather. When used on wood furniture, the product provides a translucent color. Therefore, after it is applied the grain of the wood still shows. Some describe the effect that

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