Q: I have an old piano on which the wood finish has grown dull with age. What can I do to bring it back to life? A: Bruce Johnson, Ask DIY woodworking expert, has this advice for you: As a wood finish ...

The best method for restoring shine to your wood cabinets is to look for polishes that are compatible with your cabinet finish. "Mineral oil can help condition and restore shine to some wood types," ...

Q: We want to strip the finish off our old furniture, which has decorative carving along the edges. We plan to do the job ourselves. Help! A: Use a semi-paste non-flammable paint remover that can be ...