Q: We were given a large chest of drawers that is in pretty rough condition. We figured the best way to salvage it is to paint it. What is the best way to prepare the old finish for paint? And can we ...

Painting over varnished wood is a quick, simple and cost-effective way to restore wood. It can bring a new aesthetic, hide unwanted imperfections and give it a new lease of life. A new splash of ...

An art dealer was able to wipe off 200 years' of varnish within seconds. Philip Mould used a mixture of gel and solvent to clean the painting. The 17th century painting depicts a woman in an elaborate ...