Wood Finishing 101, Revised Edition: The Step-By-Step Guide (Fox Chapel Publishing) Simple Finishes with Beginner-Friendly Instructions, Photos, Helpful Tips, and Advice for Woodworkers and Hobbyists

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Wood finishing made easy!

Entry-level guide to understanding wood finishing in simple terms and stepsStep-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips to teach you every step of the processUnderstand wood, stains, finishes, prep, stripping, varnish, polyurethane, oil, gel, water-based finishes, and moreRevised edition includes current information on solvents and stripping agentsAuthor Bob Flexner has been inspiring woodworkers for more than 30 years with his teachings and writings

Explore simple finishes step-by-step!

Wood finishing doesn’t have to be complicated or confusing! It can be broken down into easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, and that’s exactly what Wood Finishing 101, Revised Edition provides. No science, no art, just simple, easy-to-follow directions with clear photography to show you every step of the process!

With this approachable must-have guide, you’ll learn how to finish common woods using widely available finishing materials—the kind of wood, stains, and finish coats that every home center, paint store, or hardware store carries. Just match the wood to the final color and result you want, then eliminate the guesswork by following accessible, step-by-step instructions, and get the finished results you want every time! This updated and revised edition also includes new information on solvents and stripping agents.

Subjects covered include:

Understanding stainsUnderstanding finishesPreparing wood for a finishStripping old finish and paintWiping varnishOil/Varnish blendPolyurethaneOil stains and polyurethaneWood conditionersGel stains and polyurethaneWater-based finishesApplying water-based stainSolvents and thinnersAerosol finishingDeterioration of furnitureCaring for furnitureOutdoor finishesEasy finish repairsCleaning and storing brushesUnderstanding wood

Author Bob Flexner has been writing about and teaching wood finishing to hobbyists and professionals for over 30 years. He is the author of several other woodworking titles, including Flexner on Finishing and Understanding Wood Finishing, and is a renowned wood finishing expert. With his expertise, detailed guidance, and easy-to-understand directions, this complete guide to everything you need to know about wood finishing belongs in every woodworker’s library!

Let Bob’s years of experience guide you to beautiful results using his easy-to-understand directions. Get started in wood finishing with the complete guide that makes it easy even for beginners, Wood Finishing 101, Revised Edition!

“Bob Flexner has been the authoritative voice on wood finishing for over three decades. Wood Finishing 101 provides the clearest, most comprehensive, practical treatment on the subject that you’re likely to find—it’s the next best thing to having Bob sitting beside you in the shop.”
—Carl Duguay, Editor, Canadian Woodworking & Home Improvement magazine

“Bob Flexner demystifies wood finishing for the beginning woodworker, making the process understandable and thoroughly enjoyable.”
—Ron Goldman, Editor, Woodworker West magazine

From the Publisher

Repairs and Cleaning

Follow tips on how to repair common types of damage fairly easily.

Remove felt-tip pen marks Fill gouges Remove candle wax drips Remove stickers and tape Remove mildew Remove white water rings Disguise scratches Remove crayon marks

Your Guide to Wood Finishing

Wood staining and finishing made easy, Wood Finishing 101, Revised Edition provides simple directions with clear photography to show you every step of the process.

With author Bob Flexner’s expertise, guidance, and easy-to-follow instructions, this complete guide to everything you need to know about wood finishing is a must-have for every woodworker’s library.

A complete, approachable, entry-level guide to understanding wood finishing in simple terms and steps New edition includes updated and current information on solvents and stripping agents Features step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips to teach you every step of the process Author Bob Flexner has been inspiring woodworkers for more than 30 years with his teachings and writings

Simple Finishes with Easy-to-Follow Instructions

Wood Finish

Learn about different finishes, how to prepare wood for a finish, and the process of stripping old finish and paint from wood.

Wiping Varnish

Varnish dries hard, so it can be built up on the wood for better moisture resistance. Follow instructions to make and use your own wiping varnish.

Oil and Gel Stains

Step-by-step directions show you how to imbue your project with beautiful colors using oil-based or gel-based wood stains.

Wood Conditioners

Helpful photographs display proper techniques for applying wood conditioner, a material to use along with a stain.

“Bob Flexner has been the authoritative voice on wood finishing for over three decades. Wood Finishing 101 provides the clearest, most comprehensive, practical treatment on the subject that you’re likely to find—it’s the next best thing to having Bob sitting beside you in the shop.” —Carl Duguay, Editor, Canadian Woodworking & Home Improvement magazine

“Bob Flexner demystifies wood finishing for the beginning woodworker, making the process understandable and thoroughly enjoyable.” —Ron Goldman, Editor, Woodworker West magazine

Polyurethane

Learn all about polyurethane, a type of varnish that makes the finish more water, scratch, heat, and solvent resistant than other types of varnish.

Water-Based Treatments

Explore waterborne finishes, which are essentially latex paints that raise the grain of the wood, dry fast, and have no color.

Solvents and Thinners

Learn how to speed up or slow down the drying time of your finishes with the proper use of solvents and thinners.

Aerosol Finishing

Learn how to effectively use aerosol wood finishes. Aerosol cans are capable of producing the same level surface coverage as a spray gun.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fox Chapel Publishing; Revised edition (February 1, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1497101484
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1497101487
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.5 x 8 inches