Why is my wood blotchy after staining?

• <div><p>Wood can appear blotchy after staining due to uneven absorption, which happens when the wood has varying grain density. The denser the grain, the less the stain will be absorbed. This can cause the wood to appear uneven in color, with some areas darker than others. </p><p>To prevent this issue, apply a wood conditioner before staining. Wood conditioners help to equalize the absorption of the stain, resulting in a more even finish. There are many different types of wood conditioners available, so be sure to choose one that is appropriate for the type of wood you are staining.</p></div>

How do you prevent leather furniture from peeling?

• <div><p>Ongoing maintenance of your leather furniture is the only way to prevent it from peeling and cracking. Real leather will peel and crack as it dries out. Leather conditioners are a great way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-protect-your-leather-furniture-years-come.htm">protect your leather furniture</a> from drying out, and you’ll need to apply it about twice each year. It’s also a good idea to keep abrasive materials away from your leather to prevent cracking and peeling, including belt buckles, shoes, and multi-surface cleaners, especially those that contain alcohol.</p></div>

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Q: How much does professional refinishing cost?

• <div><p>If you have decided that hiring a professional to refinish your floors will be faster and more satisfactory, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $2,500. To get a better idea of what your hardwood refinishing project will cost with a professional, multiply the project&rsquo;s square footage by the average price of $4 per square foot.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to apply polyurethane to butcher block countertops?

• <div><p>No, you don't have to apply polyurethane to butcher block countertops. Polyurethane sealant is a long-lasting finish for a butcher block counter, but its application also requires thoroughly sanding the surface multiple times. Other materials, such as mineral oil, require less work but must be applied more frequently.</p></div>

Q: Does wood stain go bad?

• <div><p>Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years. </p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2024
Excellent work. Couldnâ t be happier with our clean, fresh smelling furniture and carpeting
Custom Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2023
Armand was excellent to work with. He and his team installed new hardwood and refinished three rooms. He worked along with us on timing and his team was respectful and quick. The entire experience was impeccable. Highly recommend.
A G W Hardwood Floors, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Great job!.. Chris was thorough, fast and extremely neat! He was able to cover the damage on our nearly new refinished floors. Would highly recommend Chris! Great guy!
CP Remodel
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Reviewed in June 2021
Erick has an amazing team and transformed my house. They can do a broad range of painting, carpentry, and floor refinishing. Excellent communication and follow-through. I highly recommend this company.
Erick's Painting Services, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2018
Wonderfully!! They were punctual, hard-working, careful, skilled and very smart. I say they were smart because they realized that we would be crammed in half of the house with all of our furniture while the floors in the other half of the house were refinished. They actually suggested and set up...
Ace Van & Storage Inc
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Reviewed in February 2018
Absolutely no problems! Because all of the floors in the house were being refinished, we had to hire movers to move the furniture from the west side of the house to the east side and then a week later to move everything to from the east side to the west side and then a week later to put...
Neal's Flooring, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2018
The smell of residual chemicals persisted for 3 days after the cleaning of the furniture. The furniture was in very good condition, but we had a urine leak that needed to be cleaned up.
AB ENT Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2016
Mr. Refinish is the king of refinishing! John transformed our 1970's gold and green ugly tub and tiles into a pristine white glazed tile and tub that looks brand new. We were totally satisfied with the end result! A+ job! Paul C - Old Saybrook
Mr. Refinish LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
I chose Anthony Augliera because of there good rating on BBB, and other reviews I had seen online. They exceeded all expectations. Scheduling and planning the move was easy, and response from the office after leaving a message was fast. The crew showed up exactly on time, and went to work...
ANTHONY AUGLIERA INC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Responded immediately. Removed furniture and piano the next day. Reasonable rates. Larry was great!
212 Exchange Street, LLC
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Heartwood Cabinet Refacing

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We at Heartwood Cabinet Refacing focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 22+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with passion, transparency and dedication. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Services Offered Cabinet Painting, Cabinet Re-Facing, Custom Cabinet Design and Installation, Flooring, Countertops, Tile and all other aspects of Remodeling. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

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Your local Handyman Crew can fix just about anything. Quality matters, and we take on small jobs, odd jobs, clean ups, repairs, custom projects and much more. We stand behind all our work, and we are not done until you are satisfied. Call or Email for a quote.

"Work went extremely smoothly and well done!! Will most certainly use again!! Thanks Tom!"

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"Work went extremely smoothly and well done!! Will most certainly use again!! Thanks Tom!"

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