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>

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Q: Is there a wood filler that looks like wood?

• <div><p>Yes, there are several wood filler products on the market that look like wood. Your best bet is to take a cabinet door to your local hardware store to match the appropriate wood filler to your door. Some brands make filler that is masked to look like wood and can also be sanded, cut, stained, and painted. </p></div>

Q: What is the difference between resurfacing and refinishing?

• <div><p>The difference between resurfacing and refinishing is that refinishing only works on solid surfaces that are in good condition, whereas resurfacing will restore a cracked or worn surface to its original, blemish-free state. Refinishing will leave you with a smooth and glossy surface you can&rsquo;t get from resurfacing alone. If that&rsquo;s the look you&rsquo;re going for, contact a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/concrete-finishing/">local concrete finishing contractor</a> to achieve it.</p></div>

Q: Why is my wood furniture sticky after cleaning?

• <div><p>If your wood furniture is sticky after already cleaning it, it&rsquo;s likely from using too many polishes or waxes. You&rsquo;ll need to remove some of the excess wax with a cloth and warm water mixed with dish soap. You can then reapply the wax or polish afterwards, but try to use a much smaller amount and wipe away any excess.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain custom furniture?

• <div><p>Follow care instructions based on the material, regularly clean, and avoid moisture or heat exposure.</p></div>

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Last update on November 28, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Excellent service, one time and ready to do the jobs needed (move furniture and check all electrical outlets and properly lable them to the breakers in the box and replace furniture where it was)
MrsNeverDie
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Reviewed in November 2024
My service went great! I ordered a fireplace from Wayfair and knew I couldn't assemble it. Jesse from Pyramid Projects came and assembled it without any issues. He was meticulous, courteous, really just the nicest person. He is so knowledgable and really took care to make sure I was completely...
Pyramid Projects
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Reviewed in August 2023
Absolutely disastrous!! Stored my 92 year old mother's lifetime accumulation of fine furniture, including some antiques. Two years later, after paying storage fees every month, assuming those belongings would be "safe and secure", as Mullen professes, we found EVERYTHING destroyed by water...
Mullen Moving & Storage Co., Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Pierson Remodeling refinished very old hardwood floors in my home that had been covered with carpet for many years. They did a great job sanding and refinishing 5 rooms. They also installed new wood flooring in my kitchen and new flooring in the bathroom. They repainted all of the woodwork...
Pierson's Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2015
They showed up promptly and went right to work moving our furniture quickly and, most importantly, carefully. My wife and I think they did a great job. We would definitely use them again.
Sunshine Movers Inc
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Reviewed in March 2014
Keith was a pleasure to work with. He returned all calls promptly, showed up as scheduled, and did a beautiful job refinishing the tub. The amount of money it cost for the refinishing was significantly less than purchasing a new stand-alone tub and we get to keep and use an original fixture of...
ULTIMATE REGLAZE INC
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Reviewed in February 2014
We bought this as a $99 one room. Consumers should be aware that this means one coat, walls only, which is a great deal. If you need more done (we did) it costs more. For instance, we needed to have the walls basically prepped and cleaned and the ceiling repainted. Wwe had the woodwork done...
Do It All Construction
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Reviewed in January 2014
I found the work to be very well done and the workmen friendly and clean. I will definitely use them for our next floor refinishing project.
Don's Floor Sanding & Refinishing
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Reviewed in October 2013
We had a great moving experience with Camel. They are very professional and treat the furniture and your home very carefully. We would highly recommend them.
Camel Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in May 2013
The carpet was gross from a prior tenant and looks brand new. We were a little surprised they didnt move a few pieces of furniture in the tiled room. It isnt fully clean behind a couch and chair.
King's Carpet Cleaning Inc
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