Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Refinishing a table sounds far more intimidating than it actually ...

With any refinishing project, you'll want to start by ensuring your surface is clean and dust free. Wipe it down with a damp cloth—especially if it's been sitting in an attic for awhile. If your table ...

The ease of some furniture DIYs might surprise you. There's one in particular that requires minimal tools and investment, and the elbow-grease portion of the work can be completed in a few hours.

Q: I have a solid oak dining table with finish that has worn off in several places. I use Johnson paste wax on it a few times a year, as directed by the furniture maker. This doesn’t help the worn ...

Some old wood furniture from a flea market, an antique shop or around the house can look new again with just a little elbow grease. Danny Lipford, host of "Today's Homeowners," says it is a lot easier ...

how to refinish a mahogany table I just inherited a 70 year old mahogany table that needs to be refinished. Any recommendations for people to do this (or how I could do it myself? Thanks.

Q: We picked up a nice old oak table at an estate sale recently. Could you point us in a direction where we could find information on possibly sanding and/or varnishing the top or should this be left ...