This is the essential guide for everyone who loves to build but hates to finish. Expert finishing instructor Teri Masaschi takes the mystery out of finishing, and helps you to avoid costly and frustrating mistakes. She shows how to choose, use, and apply the perfect finish in Foolproof Wood Finishing, Revised Edition. You'll learn step-by-step as you work your way through 51 proven and easy-to-follow finishing exercises. Discover how to determine the best finish for your project, prepare wood, fix minor defects, avoid uneven results, and circumvent common wood-coloring pitfalls. Also included are more than 20 recipes for creating timeless looks such as deep antique cherry and nut brown mahogany. To keep things from getting too serious, you'll get a laugh from amusing anecdotes culled from the author's many years of finishing experience. If you've ever wanted the secrets to stress-free, successful finishing, this refreshing guide is a must-have for your bookshelf.Why Readers Will Enjoy ItProvides practical guidance for building skills and completing hands-on projects.Book Details Format: Paperback ISBN-13: 9781565238527 Language: English Recommended for: Adult readers
