"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While we might not all be blessed with wide plank floors and exposed wood beams, there is one aspect of ...

In contrast to a regular paint job, whitewashing brightens the look of wood surfaces while allowing their natural grain to show through. The light color and pleasingly imperfect aesthetic of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Paint the piece white all over, then wipe off the excess paint with a rag. Mix paint and water and apply ...