Learn how best to apply the perfect finish to each of your woodworking projects Master the Craft of Wood Finishing Learn everything you need to know about finishing wood with chapters dedicated to preparing the wood surface, tools for applying finishes, staining wood, oil and wax finishes, as well as: Filling the pores Shellac, lacquer, & varnish Two-part finishes Water-based finishes How to choose a finish Advanced coloring techniques Care & repair How to remove a finish Understanding Wood Finishing How to Select and Apply the Right Finish The long-awaited and completely updated third revised edition of Understanding Wood Finishing is the most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published, and is widely regarded as the bible of wood finishing. Take the mystery out of finishing wood as author Bob Flexner walks you through applying every kind of finish from beginning to end. The latest technical updates on materials and techniques—from spray guns to French polishing Detailed instructions and explanations that take the mystery out of the science More than 350 color photos that help you distinguish between products, make decisions, and solve problems More than 40 must-have reference tables and troubleshooting guides Clear writing and engaging style Easy to follow, well-researched, and authoritative Take the mystery out of the science of finishing wood More Than 350 Color Photos Inside, find hundreds of clear photos of various finishes, products, steps, results, comparisons, and even common mistakes to help you choose products, make decisions, and solve problems. Solutions to Finishing Problems Learn causes and find solutions to problems often encountered throughout the finishing process, from bubbles in a brush finish to shellac and lacquer blushing, with more than 40 must-have reference tables and troubleshooting guides. How to Apply a Finish from A to Z From preparing the wood surface to filling the pores to finishing for different types of wood—even care, repair, exterior and removal are covered—Understanding Wood Finishing, 3rd Revised Edition will keep you informed and confident at every step of the process. Preparation & Tools Author Bob Flexner helps you get started with tips for selecting your lumber, sanding, dewhiskering, and dealing with dents, gouges and holes. Then make your own rubbing pad, choose brushes, spray guns, and equipment, and learn the common pitfalls and solutions for using these tools. Stains, Oils & Wax Finishes With clear language and detailed explanations, Bob Flexner will help you understand stains, bleaching, ebonizing, aniline dyes, color matching, washcoats, and common staining problems. Explore oil finishes, dispel the myths about linseed oil, understand oil finish penetration, bleeding oil finishes, and maintenance & repair. Learn how to make your own paste wax and about wax's compatibility with other finishes. Film Finishes: Shellac, Lacquer, Varnish, Two-Part, & Water-Based Learn all about the five types of film finishes that cure hard so they can be built up to any thickness you want. You'll learn how they cure, how to control sheen, how to apply each type of film finish, its pros and cons, and how to approach common mistakes in the application of each type of finish. Advanced Coloring, Care & Repair Take the decoration of wood beyond simple staining and pore filling to the advanced steps of adding color within a finish. Learn glazing, antiquing, toning, and pickling, plus how to "finish" your finish for the best quality. Caring for your finished wood, repairing damage, and removing finishes with stripping solvents is all covered in this comprehensive guide.
✔ Author(s): Bob Flexner
✔ Title: Understanding Wood Finishing, 3rd Revised Edition: How to Select and Apply the Right Finish (Fox Chapel Publishing) Practical & Comprehensive; 350 Photos, 40 Reference Tables & Troubleshooting Guides
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (302 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1497101476
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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