A comprehensive guide to wood finishing - including modern and traditional methods and materials. Invaluable for the novice and experienced woodworker alike. Good Wood Finishes contains over 300 full-color photographs and step-by-step illustrations; a guide to preparing wood surfaces prior to finishing, with tips and techniques for repairing and stripping damaged finishes; methods for coloring wood, including staining, ebonizing and fuming; comprehensive instructions for applying traditional French polish, wax polish and oil; and techniques for spraying modern varnishes, lacquers and paints.