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 I know if my wood furniture is worth refinishing?

• <div><p>Telling the difference between <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-wood-furniture.htm">high-quality wood furniture</a> and lower-quality pieces is challenging, but there are a few sign that indicate whether your furniture is worth repairing:</p><ul><li><p>Push your fingernail into an inconspicuous section of the wood. If it doesn’t leave a dent, it’s likely hardwood and is well worth a repair.</p></li><li><p>Unzip the bottom of couches to look for the structural components. If they’re made of wood rather than particle board, it’s likely worth refinishing.</p></li><li><p>Ask a local furniture repair technician. A reputable professional will let you know if you’re better off replacing rather than refinishing your specific item.</p></li></ul><p></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: How can I make my dining room look more expensive?

• <div><p>You can make your dining room look more expensive using one or more of several methods. If you're remodeling, you can consider raising the ceiling height, installing an elegant chandelier, or redoing the floor. For smaller renovations, consider changing the paint color to a deep and rich tone, such as burgundy or emerald. You can also swap out the table and chairs to achieve a richer appearance. </p></div>

Q: How do you know if you can refinish a table?

• <div><p>A good way to determine that a table is not worth refinishing is if it's painted. Often they are painted to cover up flaws with the wood you won't be able to fix. You want a good, solid wood table that just needs a facelift rather than a rickety wood table with a lot of problems. </p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
We’ve had bad experiences with movers before, but this company’s moving team was a breath of fresh air. They were punctual, friendly, and handled our belongings with great care. Even our bulky and heavy furniture was moved without a scratch!
Patriot Relocation Corp
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Reviewed in December 2023
Very professional; hard working; Eliana and Paul helped with furniture placement; exceptional service in every regard!
All My Sons Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in April 2020
Hardwood floors were installed, and floors were sanded and refinished. We also installed a medallion in our foyer that was created by Mr. Gillette. Everything went well and we have used him several other times for work that we needed to have done.
CARR'S FLOOR SANDING CO
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Reviewed in March 2020
Great experience, they showed up when they said, treated all items with care. Each piece of furniture was individually wrapped in blankets before leaving the house.
Great Job Moving and Storage
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Reviewed in September 2015
Sidney, Dereck, and Dave were fantastic to work with. They arrived on time, walked through the house to see what needed to be moved (select pieces only), planned the order of removal, and then got to work. They were extremely pleasant, with great attitudes, and very careful about walls and...
American Moving and Storage
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Reviewed in December 2014
The work they did was outstanding! It went so well, in fact that we have asked them to come back and do three more carpets and our porch furniture cushions. The work they did really brightened the furniture. The gentlemen were thorough and competent. It was a joy to watch people do their...
Elevation Restoration & Floor Cleaning
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Reviewed in December 2010
We contracted with this company to sand, stain and seal the wood floors in our house. Since our entire house is hardwood we arranged to be completely out of the house for the 4 days they would be working. We moved a large portion of our furniture into our kitchen (which is not hardwood) and...
Wood I Do Flooring
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Reviewed in April 2010
Prompt and professinal, arrived early (at appointed time) and proceeded immediatly. covered floors and furniture. A highly professional and experienced crew, finished mid afternoon, good experience, would hire again.
TIM YOUNG'S PAINTING & REMODELING
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