We’ve spent many a day removing varnish from woodwork, and while the results can be stunning, it’s a messy, time-consuming job. The ideal place to do the job is outdoors to avoid the fumes from the ...

Dear James: I want to strip and refinish some very old woodwork in our farmhouse. What is the best method to do this so that this antique woodwork is not damaged and looks original? -- Adam C. Dear ...

Some people see the subtle pine patina on a Windsor chair and paint it, again and again. Then, by the time you acquire this potential jewel — an old chair, mantelpiece, baseboard, or cabinet — ...