Painting & Staining

Maple is a dense, fine-grained hardwood prized for furniture and flooring—but it’s also notorious for uneven staining if not prepped correctly. Proper sanding is the key to achieving a consistent, professional finish. This guide shows you how to sand maple...

Beech wood is a strong, fine-grained hardwood that finishes beautifully when handled correctly—but it’s also known for showing every sanding mistake under clear lacquer. To bring out its even tone and tight grain, you need a careful sanding process that...