Fine Woodworking Best Finishing Techniques

Fine Woodworking Best Finishing Techniques
Author: Editors of Fine Woodworking
Publisher: Taunton Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600853661

You have spent countless hours building a project and all that's left to do is apply the finish. This step is daunting for even the most seasoned woodworkers, and with good reason - a bad finish can ruin the most well-built, sophisticated piece of furniture in a matter of minutes.

Understanding Wood Finishing

Understanding Wood Finishing
Author: Bob Flexner
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2010
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607654164

For more than 18 years, Bob Flexner has been inspiring woodworkers with his writings and teachings on wood finishing. Now, from this best-selling author comes the long-awaited and completely updated second edition of UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING-the most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published. The first edition of UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING has sold hundreds of thousands of copies and is widely regarded as the bible of wood finishing. "We use UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING as the textbook for our students training to go into the furniture industry," says David Miles, wood technology professor at Pittsburg State University. "It's the best written, most accurate, and most thorough wood finishing book in print-by far."

Classic Finishing Techniques

Classic Finishing Techniques
Author: Sam Allen
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
Total Pages: 132
Release: 1995
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780806905129

"Allen takes great pains in instructing woodworkers with some skill how to apply centuries-old finishes."--Booklist. "Demonstrates how to use French polish, varnishes, oil and wax finishes, natural and chemical stains, fumed finishes, and milk paint. Allen, an expert in the field, provides good directions and helpful color illustrations....Recommended."--Library Journal.

Hand-applied Finishes

Hand-applied Finishes
Author: Jeff Jewitt
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 183
Release: 1997
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781561581542

Woodworkers, restorers, refinishers and other interested readers will learn how to prepare surfaces for finishing and how to choose the appropriate materials, tools and application method for any job. Plus they learn how to get better finishes from materials they already use. Professional finisher Jeff Jewitt's shop-proven techniques focus on the practical side of finishinghow to get beautiful results. 165 full-color photos. 40 drawings.

Understanding Wood Finishing, 3rd Revised Edition

Understanding Wood Finishing, 3rd Revised Edition
Author: Bob Flexner
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 581
Release: 2021-03-02
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607658771

· Called the “bible” of wood finishing, this comprehensive guide offers valuable and expert information on a variety of topics surrounding wood finishing · Written in an approachable, conversational tone that’s engaging and interesting to the reader · Newly updated edition will feature current regulatory information on solvents and other chemicals that are safe and just as effective as mineral spirits, lacquer thinner, and methylene chloride strippers · Also includes new information on replacement products · Since its 2010 publication, this best-selling authoritative guide continues to rank as #1 in multiple Amazon categories, including Furniture Design, Furniture & Carpentry Crafts, and Architectural Decoration & Ornament

Chemical Finishing of Textiles

Chemical Finishing of Textiles
Author: W D Schindler
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2004-08-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1845690370

The role of the textile finisher has become increasingly demanding, and now requires a careful balance between the compatibility of different finishing products and treatments and the application processes used to provide textiles with desirable properties. In one comprehensive book, Chemical finishing of textiles details the fundamentals of final chemical finishing, covering the range of effects that result from the interplay between chemical structures and finishing products.After an introductory chapter covering the importance of chemical finishing, the following chapters focus on particular finishing techniques, from softening, easy-care and permanent press, non-slip and soil-release, to flame-retardant, antistatic and antimicrobial. Within each chapter, sections include an introduction, mechanisms, chemistries, applications, evaluations and troubleshooting. The book concludes with a chapter on the future trends in chemical finishing.Chemical finishing of textiles is an essential reference for all academic and industrial textile chemists and for those studying textile education programmes. - Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of every important type of chemical finish - Combines technical understanding and practical experience concisely - Essential tool to assist in the demanding challenge of chemical finishing for textiles

The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques

The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques
Author: Nancie Wiseman
Publisher: That Patchwork Place
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9781564774521

Provides step-by-step instructions for a variety of finishing techniques, including blocking, seams, increases, decreases, and decorative finishes.Provides step-by-step instructions for a variety of finishing techniques, including blocking, seams, increases, decreases, and decorative finishes.

Wood Finishing 101

Wood Finishing 101
Author: Bob Flexner
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2011-05-13
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1440319057

Wood finishing doesn't have to be complicated or confusing. It can be "boiled down" to simple step-by-step instructions. And that's what this book offers; no science, no art, just easily-to-follow directions with lots of pictures to show you every step of the process. Inside, you'll find specific instructions on how to finish common woods using widely-available finishing materials—the kind of wood, stains and finish coats every home center, paint store or hardware store carries. Just match the wood to the final color and result you want. Then follow the step-by-step instructions and eliminate the guesswork. Wood Finishing 101 is by Bob Flexner, who has been writing about and teaching wood finishing to hobbyists and professionals for over 20 years. Let Bob's years of experience guide you to beautiful results using his easy to understand directions.

Creating the Perfect Wood Finish with Joe L Erario

Creating the Perfect Wood Finish with Joe L Erario
Author: Joe L'Erario
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2005-07-16
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1558709355

Finishing Secrets From One of "The Furniture Guys" Joe L'Erario, (you'll remember him and his partner Ed Feldman as the Furniture Guys), has some astonishing ideas about finishing: It doesn't have to be dangerous, grueling and dusty scut-work. It can be safe, simple and pleasurable scut-work - with a great-looking piece of furniture as the reward. In this new book, L'Erario shares his 25 years of experience finishing fine furniture while ducking the hard work that most people unnecessarily pour into the endeavor. With detailed instruction and step-by-step color photos, this book shows woodworkers, furniture makers, and DIY'ers how to apply a finish flawlessly.