According to design experts, our homes are a unique reflection of who we are. Yet homeowners essentially want the same thing, a warm and welcoming place to spend time with family and friends.
Decorating styles change, but one constant remains: The simple beauty of wood never goes unnoticed. The rich patina of mahogany doors redone to their original grandeur, the warm glow of a refinished pine floor, and the flea market find restored to its original beauty are examples of projects that can be completed with a little expert guidance.
Looking for Décor Ideas?
One great source for creative wood-finishing projects is the 2007 edition of Minwax® Wood Beautiful® magazine. Filled with eclectic styles to suit a wide range of decorating tastes, the 36-page color magazine showcases stunning photos and imaginative before-and-after projects.
Update a Flea Market Find
Savvy homeowners might think twice before passing up that tag sale find when they see the gorgeous turn-of-the-century corkscrew bed that was rescued and restored with Minwax® Wood Finish™ stain in English Chestnut. The resulting elegant antique creates a bedroom that radiates warmth and comfort.
Wood Beautiful provides specific details on how to create a fun and functional teen study area, find new life for kitchen cabinets as garage storage space or transform a weatherworn deck. These are just a few of the many projects in the magazine that will motivate do-it-yourselfers to tackle a variety of home-decorating jobs.
Get a Free Copy
Do-it-yourselfers are encouraged to visit their neighborhood hardware store or home center during National Woodworking Month to pick up a free copy of Wood Beautiful.
By: Stacey Moore