Explains the finishing techniques used to enhance the look and value of wood on objects, whether antique reproductions or simple household items. Each step in this text is illustrated and the procedures covered include filling, bodying, stiffing and spiriting off. Also covered are various varnishing techniques, oil finishes, chemical stains and wax finishes. Special tips are given for handling awkward, hard-to-reach spots such as corners, drawer fronts, legs and other lathe-turned parts. There are variations for unique ...
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Explains the finishing techniques used to enhance the look and value of wood on objects, whether antique reproductions or simple household items. Each step in this text is illustrated and the procedures covered include filling, bodying, stiffing and spiriting off. Also covered are various varnishing techniques, oil finishes, chemical stains and wax finishes. Special tips are given for handling awkward, hard-to-reach spots such as corners, drawer fronts, legs and other lathe-turned parts. There are variations for unique pieces: polishing over oil; open pore finish; eggshell gloss finish and ebonizing, as well as techniques for correcting defects.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.
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Fair. Used book-May contain writing notes highlighting bends or folds. Text is readable book is clean and pages and cover mostly intact. May show normal wear and tear. Item may be missing CD. May include library marks. Fast Shipping.
