How do I choose a furniture finish color?

Start with the room, lighting, hardware, wood grain, and whether the piece should blend in or become a focal point.

Should I paint or stain my furniture?

Stain is best when the wood grain is worth showing. Paint is better when the surface is damaged, mismatched, or needs a cleaner design direction.

Yes. Use the Finish Library and send the finish names you like with your photos.

Finish Guide

A practical guide to choosing painted, stained, natural, dark, light, or two-tone furniture finishes.

Look at flooring, wall color, hardware, light, and the other wood tones already in the space.

A piece with beautiful grain may deserve stain or natural wood. A piece with damaged surfaces may be better painted.

The best finish is one you can live with for years, not just the color currently filling your feed.

Need direction?

A few clear photos can answer more than hours of guessing.