Publisher Description

Old furniture, whether a treasured heirloom or consignment shop find, is often better made than anything that can be bought today. So, why let damaged finishes detract from a beautiful piece when you can repair or refinish it in a way that preserves the piece and makes it look as good as new? Author Jeff Jewitt, a professional refinisher with over 30 years' experience, shares his tricks, shortcuts, and tools of the trade in Refinishing Furniture Made Simple, an easy-to-follow book/DVD set that is sure to fly off the shelves.Weekend refinishers as well as professional woodworkers will benefit from the insider tips on how to evaluate the condition of a piece to decide the best strategy for rejuvenating it, repair and revive finishes to enhance their beauty while preserving their patina, and match an old finish for a seamless look.

Author Biography

Jeff Jewitt has been a professional refinisher for over 30 years. He runs a finishing and refinishing business in Ohio and markets his own line of finishing products. He is a frequent contributor to Fine Woodworking magazine and the author of several books. He has also appeared in two award-winning videos on finishing.

Review

"An easy-to-follow book/DVD set that is sure to fly off the shelves."-- "Woodworking Crafts"

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"An easy-to-follow book/DVD set that is sure to fly off the shelves."

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