Many a woodworking project has been executed flawlessly in planning, cutting, and assembly—only to meet less-than-stellar results in the finishing phase. Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Finishing(Amazon; $26.37) provides a reference on everything from surface prep and staining to sealing. In short, a must-have for the woodworker's library.
Many a woodworking project has been executed flawlessly in planning, cutting, and assembly—only to meet less-than-stellar results in the finishing phase. Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Finishing(Amazon; $26.37) provides a reference on everything from surface prep and staining to sealing. In short, a must-have for the woodworker's library.