Linseed oil may be the oldest wood finish known to man, with evidence of linseed oil finishes being applied to wood as far back as ancient Egypt. It’s been a favorite treatment for firearm stocks ...

This Minwax clear coat for wood tables has the toughness associated with a traditional oil-based product, but it’s more eco-friendly and easier to clean up. Its odor isn’t as strong as oil-based ...

Dear James: We just bought an older house with lots of natural woodwork. Can we sand it down and refinish it with another natural oil finish? What are some tips to apply the finish? -- Tammy V. Dear ...

There are many good products for interior woodwork, but we like the price of Minwax One-Coat Polyurethane. It comes in quart ...

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 ...

Dear James: I recently bought an older house. It has beautiful cherry woodwork that needs to be refinished. I have heard about a French-polish finish. Is this a good finish to use and how do I do it? ...