French Polishing: Finishing and Restoring Using Traditional Techniques

"This books instructs on the best polishing techniques"--

List of contents

Introduction

The Story of French Polish
Workspace and Materials
Preparing a Surface
Stains and Color
Applying Shellac
Project: Cleaning and Repolishing
Solutions: Repairing Old Polish
Solutions: Resolving Common Problems

About the author

Derek Jones began his career in the woodworking industry as an apprentice to a cabinetmaker, learning on the job the meticulous skills needed for fine furniture making. He later took on his own furniture commissions and is now the editor of Furniture & Cabinetmaking magazine. Derek is also the author of French Polishing and Bird, Bee & Bug Houses.

Product details

• Authors: Derek Jones
• Publisher: The Taunton Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 05.02.2013
• EAN: 9781621136729
• ISBN: 978-1-62113-672-9
• No. of pages: 112
• Dimensions: 146 mm x 211 mm x 10 mm
• Weight: 219 g
• Subject: Guides > Hobby, home > Home improvement, DIY