Top 67 Staining Projects

1. 46. How To Create Faux Marquetry

   

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   Follow these steps to create a faux-marquetry border by applying wood stains to a hardwood floor in a geometric pattern.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

2. 47. How To Apply False Graining to a Metal Door

   

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   Learn how to make a metal door look like wood with this false graining technique.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 48. Sanding and Preparing Wood Before Staining

   DIY experts offers advice on wood preparation for staining. Wood staining can greatly enhance the natural grain, shades and textures of...

4. 49. How to Repair Wood Furniture That Has Been Chewed By a Pet

   

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   Did Fido leave chew marks on the legs of your dining room chair? These instructions will show you how to patch and repair chew marks on...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

5. 50. Creating a Built-In Bookcase (01:00)

   

   Here are the DIY Basics on creating a built-in bookcase.

6. 51. Updating a Deck

   

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   Find out how a few easy updates can make your old wood deck look like new.

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7. 52. Tips on Staining Wood

   DIY experts offer advice on how to properly stain wood furniture.

8. 53. How to Install a Skim Coat for a Concrete Floor

   

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   Adding a skim coat is important because it will strengthen the floor, and when colored, acts as a primer coat for the second hand-trowe...

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

9. 54. Grouting Tile (02:42)

   

   Here are professional tips for grouting tile on both walls and floors.

10. 55. Staining Concrete Floors (00:01:00)

    

    Use these tips for applying stain and adding life to old concrete floors.

11. 56. 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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12. 57. Scoring and Staining Concrete (02:55)

    

    Instructions for scoring lines in a concrete slab.

13. 58. Creating a Built-In Bookcase (01:00)

    

    Here are the DIY Basics on creating a built-in bookcase.

14. 59. How to Stain a Hardwood Floor

    

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    Hardwood floors are always desirable; tackle this project yourself to save a bundle while giving your floors a fresh yet timeless look.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $500 - $1,000

    Difficulty:

    Moderate to Hard

15. 60. How to Stain a Wood Floor

    

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    Applying a stain to hardwood floors is a great way to give them beautiful color and tone. Follow these steps to stain your wood floors.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $50 - $100

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate