Q: My childhood dresser is beautiful but the wood stain looks faded. I’d love to update it with fresh paint and new hardware, but I’ve heard that you can’t get good results painting over stain. Is ...

A great wood stain does double duty. First, it adds to the aesthetics, either by enhancing the natural grain pattern of the wood or by covering blemishes, depending on the stain you choose. Second, it ...

“Since marble is so porous, it’s best to stay away from anything abrasive or acidic,” says Cohoon. “While some household ...

Not all stains are the same. In reality, you need a cleaning approach that's specific to the food or drink that's splattered all over your tablecloth.