Restoring and Finishing Wood by Mick Allen
This is the complete guide to restoring and finishing wood. The first part of the book covers the different types of wood, basic finishing techniques such as varnishing and French polishing, as well as decorative finishes such as graining, ebonising, distressing, marbling, stencilling and the use of spray finishes. The second part of the book discusses renovation and restoration techniques. This is a practical book, filled with step by step instructions and hundreds of illustrations to guide the reader through the various processes. 'A meticulous, hands-on manual' The Collector, April 2007
I reckon this book is the best of its type on the market..In a splendid layout of photographs, diagrams, tips and analyses he covers a huge amount of information with clarity and precision...it is wonderful value for money and deserves to have a spot on your workshop shelf. Good Wood-Working (issue 177, 2006?) This is a complete guide to bringing out the best in wood... Aniques and Collectables (August 2006) The book will help individuals understand the way their pieces need to be approached. Antiques Magazine (24th June-7th July 2006) This book is the best of its type on the market... It is wonderful value for money and deserves to have a spot on your workshop shelf. Mick Allen, Book of the Month Good Woodworking (August 2006) ...a fantastic step-by-step guide to achieving the best finishes...suitable for everyone from the DIY enthusiasts with a scratched table, to cabinet makers looking for information on the latests techniques. Antiques Info Magazine (November 2006)
Driven by a passion for antiques, Mick Allen worked for 28 years as a finishing expert for a leading furniture design and manufacturing company. He has lectured on wood finishing at London Metreopolitan University for the last 15 years.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780713676570 |
| ISBN 10 | 0713676574 |
| Title | Restoring and Finishing Wood |
| Author | Mick Allen |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2006-02-06 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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