Teach Yourself French Polishing - A Collection of Articles on French Polishing for the Keen Amateur - Anon

As many people are puzzled as to what or which kind of French polish to use, the intention of this text is to provide a list of the outstanding French polishes, with their colour, their use, and composition. Complete with helpful photographs and handy tips, this text is perfect for amateurs wishing to use French polish and constitutes a great addition to collections of DIY or woodworking literature. The sections of this book include: 'Filling the Grain', 'Matching the Stain', 'Staining Carvings and End Grain', 'Bodying', 'Stiffening and Spiriting Off', 'Ebonised and Ivory Finish', 'Faults and How to Avoid Them', 'The Polishing Rubber', et cetera. We are proud to republish this antique text here complete with a new introduction on French Polishing.

EAN: 9781447444831