I may First saw this book in a small shop somewhere upstate NY. I may never do it but if I do I'll probably get this book again. Mar 21, Horus rated it it was amazing Shelves: non-fiction , woodworking. This is an excellent book with good advice to those wishing some 'do-it-yourself' experience at repairs or refinishing of antiques. He gives solid advice and is not possessive of recipes for things like waxes and fillers.
The photos are really good as well, but don't always follow the text, which is likely to be confusing for those who have not done any of this kind of work before. It also mostly ignores chairs, which I thought odd, but doesn't severely detract from the usefulness of this book. He does spend most of the book focusing on Edwardian and some early 20th c pieces, mostly Eurpoean and American in origin. He also has a respectable list of sources for further research.
The Best Excellent resources for true antique finishes and techniques from a classically trained professional. Easy to read and understand; highly recommended. Sep 29, Mary added it Shelves: reference. Excellent reference book. Jan 26, B. Newport rated it it was amazing. A true wealth of information for furniture restoration. Easy to read and understand. Aug 19, Heather rated it it was amazing.
It is hands-down the best furniture book that I've read. The book begins with an overview of the history of furniture including descriptions with excellent photo examples of example pieces from each era. It then digs into refinishing furniture including a discussion on when to do it yourself and when to call in the professionals.
My favorite part would be the nitty gritty details of refinishing furniture. For someone who enjoys the diy aspect of old furniture, this part was fantastic.
I learned about techniques and finishes that I hadn't heard of prior to reading this book. It was a fascinating, educational read and made me want to go out and start refinishing some pieces. I highly recommend this book. Disclosure: I received a digital ARC copy of this book for review purposes.
May 25, James rated it really liked it Shelves: diy , woodworking , non-fiction. Reminds me of George Grotz's books on antiques and refinishing with pretty pictures and an updated suppliers page. Large section on making your own stains, waxes and fillers with an emphasis on older, simpler techniques that are reversible. I'm more of a dumpster diver and wood butcher than a connoisseur of antiques but I am thinking of getting a copy.
If you like antiques, you may consider a copy, the section on caring for furniture is good and it is a good education on the care and restoration Reminds me of George Grotz's books on antiques and refinishing with pretty pictures and an updated suppliers page.
If you like antiques, you may consider a copy, the section on caring for furniture is good and it is a good education on the care and restoration of antique materials. Dec 26, Mike Cosden rated it really liked it. An interesting reference guide for furniture collectors or restorers. Well-presented information on construction and materials that may be helpful in dating pieces and better understanding collections. Crystal rated it really liked it Dec 17, Jessica rated it it was amazing Oct 15, Marsie rated it liked it Aug 05, Lisa rated it it was amazing Apr 14, Hylton rated it really liked it Feb 28, Erin rated it it was amazing Feb 10, Kmharris rated it it was amazing Jun 20, Lauren rated it liked it Dec 29, Brianne Kirbyson rated it it was amazing Dec 28, Michael rated it it was amazing Mar 20, Richard Scholtz rated it liked it May 02, Leslie rated it it was amazing May 23, Ami Bhavsar rated it it was amazing Jun 16, Ryan Jackson rated it it was amazing Mar 10, Nancy rated it it was ok Jun 19, Jesse De Angelis rated it really liked it Oct 27, Abby Herberg rated it really liked it Jan 02, Nathan rated it really liked it Apr 12, Mayra Farret rated it it was amazing Sep 03, Jack A.
Roesberry rated it liked it Mar 03, The library will be glad I bought my own copy. Excellent resource and entertaining read. By Robert Linehan As someone with related experience in the trades I found this book to be clear, informative, and wide in scope. There is plenty of content that will satisfy a wide spectrum of people with varying interests and abilities. On one end people interested in furniture style and history will be able to also have a glimpse into how the actual finishes and techniques are created, restored and maintained.
Those with a strong practical side will be able to make a connection to the evolution of furniture styles and how they form a visual vocabulary that helps us understand the elements of design that we see in all the varying types of furniture around us today.
The pictures are clear and the drawings are charming. Truly a wide range of information with something for everyone all done with taste, style, and humor. I especially liked the photos of all the tools used in the trade. Highly recommend for the casual reader to the informed craftsperson. Anything wood will LOVE you for getting this By Dangerous when Cooking I may not have the skill, aptitude or patience to do what he does, but I will still end up with better-looking yard sale finds than I ever imagined possible.
I can't wait to revive a Widdicombe mid-century mod bachelor's chest I bought much worse for the wear--but well made and rock solid. I can revive the drawer fronts' original finish, repair veneer and stain the more damaged body with Pourny's not-quite ebonizing technique.
I'm so glad I got this book. He gives a list of tools and materials up front, so you'll have what you need start to finish. And he names names in terms of products to use, so you'll get the one he himself relies on. And a huge advantage over other furniture makeover guides, he has exquisite taste. He understands the history of a style and works in ways to enhance it, not obliterate it, as did the mistake-book on furniture makeovers I also got.
Oh what awful, ugly things were done. Pourny suggests you have a DIY refinishing 'kit' on hand that fits your available space: what fits in a box the bare necessities , a shelf, or a whole wall soup to nuts. Having the right tools and materials are critical, but what he specifies is not exotic.
His directions are thorough and exacting, but not at all intimidating. Best of all, the results he achieves are spectacular, and to some degree achievable, even by me. Highly recommended. Posting Komentar.
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