Working With Wood Books

If you want the result of a good finish but not the job of applying it, then this is the book for you. With the goal of demystifying the finishing process, the author offers step-by-step tips and advice for choosing and applying the perfect finish – all while avoiding expensive, frustrating mistakes.

In a series of exercises, you’ll learn how to prepare the wood, fix minor defects, prevent uneven results, and avoid typical pitfalls. As you read, you’ll surely enjoy a laugh or two at the author’s expense as she shares a few of her own mistakes and mishaps. Complete with stunning full color photography, charts, and drawings, this book offers both instruction and inspiration.

In addition to more than 20 formulas for creating classic wood colors such as Deep Antique Cherry and Nut Brown Mahogany, you’ll enjoy a photo gallery of finely finished furniture, an appendix of product sources, and a convenient glossary of terms.