Wood Finishing 101, Revised Edition

Wood finishing made easy!

Entry-level guide to understanding wood finishing in simple terms and steps

Step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips to teach you every step of the process

Understand wood, stains, finishes, prep, stripping, varnish, polyurethane, oil, gel, water-based finishes, and more

Revised edition includes current information on solvents and stripping agents

Author 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 stains

Understanding finishes

Preparing wood for a finish

Stripping old finish and paint

Wiping varnish

Oil/Varnish blend

Polyurethane

Oil stains and polyurethane

Wood conditioners

Gel stains and polyurethane

Water-based finishes

Applying water-based stain

Solvents and thinners

Aerosol finishing

Deterioration of furniture

Caring for furniture

Outdoor finishes

Easy finish repairs

Cleaning and storing brushes

Understanding 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