An illustrated, step-by-step guide to the essential techniques for finishing, glazing, dyeing, spraying and French polishing furniture. It covers both modern and traditional techniques, from sanding and surface preparation through to staining and applying topcoats to final polishing.

This is Taunton's bestselling 'Complete Illustrated Guides' series now available in paperback. It covers both modern and traditional finnishing techniques. It features over 900 colour photographs and easy-to-follow steps for the beginner to intermediate woodworker. Taunton's most successful series ever launched expands to include an illustrated, step-by-step guide to the essential techniques for finishing, glazing, dyeing, spraying and French polishing furniture. Organised for quick access, this book makes it easy to find each technique. Both modern and traditional techniques are covered, from sanding and surface preparation through to staining and applying topcoats to final polishing.