Top 67 Staining Projects

1. 31. How to Apply Stain, Varnish, Wax, Dye or Oil to Wood

   

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   Follow these simple steps to apply stain, varnish, wax, dye or oil to enhance the look of wood.

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2. 32. How to Add Acid Stain to a Concrete Floor

   

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   Applying acid stain to a concrete floor can add dramatic marbling and give a depth of color not available in any other type of floor. T...

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   Day

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   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

3. 33. Where There's a Will (04:47)

   

   This former community blight still needs some TLC on the outside.

4. 34. How to Use Stain for Stenciling on Wood

   

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   Using stain, instead of paint, for a stenciling project helps show off the wood grain and gives furniture an antique look.

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   Day

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   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

5. 35. How to Stain Grout

   

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   One problem encountered by many homeowners is discolored tile grout on kitchen countertops. Host Amy Devers gives step-by-step instruct...

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   Under Half Day

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   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

6. 36. $19K Whole-House Remodel (00:05:20)

   

   John DeSilvia finds a 49 percent savings in this whole-house remodel.

7. 37. Outdoor Deck Cleaning and Staining Guide

   

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   Give tired old boards the full treatment -- a deep cleaning and a new tint

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8. 38. Staining a Garage Floor (06:12)

   

   Check out how to get a concrete floor that stands up to any greasy mess.

9. 39. How to Stain a Banister

   

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   It is easy to give a banister a whole new look in just a few easy steps.

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   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

10. 40. Staining a Banister (01:00)

    

    Here are the DIY Basics on staining a banister.

11. 41. Staining a Garage Floor (00:01:00)

    

    Here's a Garage Mahal quick tip on staining a garage floor.

12. 42. How to Make Homemade Stains

    

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    Learn how to make homemade water-based and oil-based stains. Homemade stains can be made fairly simply and used to give wood a distinct...

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    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

13. 43. How to Refinish a Porch Swing

    

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    Give a weather-worn swing new life by following these directions.

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    Weekend

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

14. 44. Sanding and Finishing Wood (01:48)

    

    Bruce Bogartz and a friend give advice on staining and sanding wood.

15. 45. How to Stain Wood Cabinets

    

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    Save money on a remodel and still get a professional look by staining cabinets yourself. Learn how to stain cabinets yourself with thes...

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    Weekend

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy