Forget the wood paneling from the 1970s that made rooms so cavern-like. A wood accent wall is like the classy cousin of this dated phenomenon: Introduce a hint of texture and warmth to your room ...

It’s good to know what type of product you’re working with. Because the natural world of wood is so perfectly unpredictable and varied, familiarity with tree types and wood grain is one of the most ...

Each wood type has an ideal use based on qualities like grain pattern, color, and how well it takes stain or paint. Maple is an inexpensive hardwood that can be stained to mimic more expensive types ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

If you're remodeling your kitchen and have decided to DIY butcher block countertops, you probably want to know a few things before you commit. For instance: how long do they last; what is the ...