Название: Wood Finishing 101, Revised EditionАвтор: Bob Flexner
Издательство: Fox Chapel Publishing
Год: 2022
Формат: epub
Страниц: 128
Размер: 61.7 mb
Язык: English
Wood finishing made easy!
Entry-level guide to understanding wood finishing in simple terms and steps
Step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips to teach you every step of the process
Understand wood, stains, finishes, prep, stripping, varnish, polyurethane, oil, gel, water-based finishes, and more
Revised edition includes current information on solvents and stripping agents
Author Bob Flexner has been inspiring woodworkers for more than 30 years with his teachings and writings
Explore simple finishes step-by-step!
Wood finishing doesn't have to be complicated or confusing! It can be broken down into easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, and that's exactly what Wood Finishing 101, Revised Edition provides. No science, no art, just simple, easy-to-follow directions with clear photography to show you every step of the process!
With this approachable must-have guide, you'll learn how to finish common woods using widely available finishing materials—the kind of wood, stains, and finish coats that every home center, paint store, or hardware store carries. Just match the wood to the final color and result you want, then eliminate the guesswork by following accessible, step-by-step instructions, and get the finished results you want every time! This updated and revised edition also includes new information on solvents and stripping agents.
Subjects covered include:
Understanding stains
Understanding finishes
Preparing wood for a finish
Stripping old finish and paint
Wiping varnish
Oil/Varnish blend
Polyurethane
Oil stains and polyurethane
Wood conditioners
Gel stains and polyurethane
Water-based finishes
Applying water-based stain
Solvents and thinners
Aerosol finishing
Deterioration of furniture
Caring for furniture
Outdoor finishes
Easy finish repairs
Cleaning and storing brushes
Understanding wood
Author Bob Flexner has been writing about and teaching wood finishing to hobbyists and professionals for over 30 years. He is the author of several other woodworking titles, including Flexner on Finishing and Understanding Wood Finishing, and is a renowned wood finishing expert. With his expertise, detailed guidance, and easy-to-understand directions, this complete guide to everything you need to know about wood finishing belongs in every woodworker's library!