Finishing Magic: Dressing Up Naked Furniture - Softcover

Russell, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1558705627 ISBN 13: 9781558705623

Publisher: Popular Woodworking Books, 2001

Synopsis

Finishing Magic is both a technique and a project book that motivates and challenges readers to create beautiful wood graining and vinegar paint finishes that duplicate exotic woods or antique finishes. Each project is presented with full-color photos, timesaving tips and step-by-step instructions that ensure success from the start.

Part one covers all of the refinishing and wood graining techniques that readers need to know in order to create any finish they wish to apply. Part two offers 21 step-by-step projects--from mirror frames and jewelry boxes to chairs, tables and cupboards.

* Shows readers how to create beautiful wood graining effects with little experience or effort
* Teaches how to save hundreds of dollars by creating antique reproduction finishes
* No fancy tools needed

About this title

About the Author:

Bill Russell has worked for many years in antique restoration and refinishing. He has been featured on The Discovery Channel and The Learning Channel demonstrating his techniques. He exhibits his work throughout the United States and teaches drawing at the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

About this edition

• Publisher: Popular Woodworking Books
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1558705627
• ISBN 13: 9781558705623
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 125