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Understanding Wood Finishing: How to Select and Apply the Right Finish

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 : Understanding Wood Finishing: How to Select and Apply the Right Finish

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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 684.084
EAN: 9780762106219
Edition: Rev Upd
ISBN: 0762106212
Label: Fox Chapel Publishing
Manufacturer: Fox Chapel Publishing
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 308
Publication Date: June 01, 2005
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Studio: Fox Chapel Publishing




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Editorial Review:

Product Description:
Taking the mystery out of wood finishing, this completely updated second edition includes the latest technical updates on materials and techniques—from spray guns to French polishing—with detailed step-by-step instructions and explanations. The most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published, this guide offers advice for troubleshooting, distinguishing different products, and suggestions for creating beautiful finishes.




Customer Reviews
Average Rating:  out of 5 stars

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Literally classic
A superb book, every woodworker should own it. I don't understand how anyone could possibly rate it less than 5 stars. I'd give it 6 if I could.



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - THE CHEMISTRY OF FINISH WORK
i have gone thru 5-6 finish books and spent 5-10 hours just to narrow that list down to 5.
i read many reviews such as i am writting now. i am refinishing a 100 yr old victorian
and have used wood for everything, wood beams,trim,baseboards,floors,built in. so i wanted
to be dam sure about the how and what i used to finish approx,20,000 worth of hardwood. i have done everything from raw lumber. this is the best book b/c its disscusses the chemistry of the
different finishes ... Read More



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Great Finish Book
This is a great book on how to finish wood. It's easy to understand and very interesting. It also seems very acurate to my industry and up to date.



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - The best book for DYI wood finishing
In order to make our kitchen remodeling dollars go further we bought unfinished oak cabinets. After looking at lots of recomendations online I found some tips by Bob Flexnor. They were so well written that I decided to buy this book before attempting to finish them. I was not disappointed. Bob writes from much experience and his techniques are easy to understand. I would highly recommend this book for anyone considering finishing their own cabinets or furniture. BTW, the cabinets look great and ... Read More



Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Must Have!
This books is "must have" for those just starting to finish wood. It is organized so that you can make the most informed decisions about what finish is best for you. It includes everything from wood preparation to fixing mistakes.




 



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