Description
An entry-level guide to wood finishing, this updated edition of Flexner’s Wood Finishing 101 (2011) introduces beginning woodworkers to commonly used stains and finishes, and offers straightforward guidance on how to use them.
Flexner begins with an overview of the characteristics of stains and finishes, and follows with instructions on how to prepare wood for finishing and how to strip old finish and paint. He describes methods for wiping varnish and covers a range of topics including oil, gel and water-based stains, polyurethane, and aerosol finishes. Also included are sections on repairing damage to furniture finishes and ways to protect outdoor finishes from the effects of sunlight and rain.
Updated with photos and current information on solvents and stripping agents, the text is supplemented with step-by-step photos, detailed instructions and expert advice throughout.
A comprehensive primer for woodworkers new to the craft, hobbyists or anyone interested in practical, uncomplicated guidance on wood finishing.
Softcover, 8" × 10", 127 pages, 2022.
