Tung oil is a thin-bodied oil that soaks more easily into the grain of wood. It is best applied with a clean rag or applicator pad. Simply dip it in the oil, squeeze out the excess and apply the oil ...

Q: I clipped your article about using tung oil on outdoor furniture (Sept. 14), and put a first coat on my redwood patio table. I followed your and the manufacturer's instructions, and the table ...

Q: I have an old piano on which the wood finish has grown dull with age. What can I do to bring it back to life? A: Bruce Johnson, Ask DIY woodworking expert, has this advice for you: As a wood finish ...