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 ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A: Kudos to you for doing right by a family heirloom! And you certainly can paint over ...

Q: Can I put vinyl tiles on a concrete basement floor where the paint is all blotchy and some is peeling off? My neighbor did his floor with a concrete stain and it worked. Can I do that over the old ...

If your patio is looking the worse for wear, or if you just want a new look, you can stain concrete floors to give them new life. Using stain on concrete has the added bonus of allowing the surface to ...