Working With Wood Books

A virtual encyclopedia for woodworkers, Understanding Wood Finishing explains everything from the “why” to the “how” of finishing – including repair and even “Finishing the Finish.” With more than 300 pages packed with valuable information, color photos, and illustrations, this guide to wood finishing will make a superior addition to any workbench library. 

Beginning with an look at the benefits of a good wood finish, the book moves through several chapters full of information on prepping the surface, selecting the right tools, oil finishes, stains, filling pores, film finishes, shellac, lacquer, varnish, and water-based and conversion finishes. Topics continue with choosing a finish, specific techniques for finishing different types of wood, and working with strippers. A list of supply sources and a complex index round out the offerings.

This book does a fantastic job of taking a huge amount of information and breaking it down into simple, easy to understand topics and processes. Whether you’re a complete novice or a skilled finisher in need of a complete reference, you’ll be happy with this purchase.