The Art of Coloring Wood

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The Art of Coloring Wood

Name: The Art of Coloring Wood
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A Woodworkers Guide to Understanding Dyes and Chemicals

Written by Marci Crestani and Marci Crestani

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If youre a woodworker looking to take your skillsand your next project to a higher level of craftsmanship, you might want to consider coloring your wood with chemicals and dyes instead of stains. Unlike stains that can trap light and obscure grain patterns, chemicals and dyes, when handled properly, are one of the best methods for enhancing a woods color or accentuating the grain pattern. A classic technique thats been practiced for centuries, coloring wood is a sure way to infuse a wow into your woodworking efforts. With expert guidance by Brian Miller, a professor of Wood Technology who teaches an actual course on coloring wood, The Art of Coloring Wood removes any and all intimidation of working with chemicals and dyes and is the perfect entry point for anyone looking to move on from simple stains to learn the art of coloring wood for dramatic effect. To keep the information accessible and relevant, The Art of Coloring Wood focuses on the six most popular woods used by woodworkersmaple,quartersawnwhite oak, mahogany, walnut, cherry and alderand outlines the unique characteristics with regard to coloring each.After the six woods are outlined, The Art of Coloring Wood moves onto the supplies needed, including brushes, sandpaper, and much more, before proceeding into the easy-to-follow and engaging chapters on the different chemicals and dyes that will make your woodworking shine. The beauty of The Art of Coloring is Millers simple approach that makes the chemistry very easy to understand. Each chapter offers recipes, insights, and many a-ha! moments that make learning about chemicals and dyes both fascinating and within easy reach. With the helpful sidebars throughout the book offering tips, mistakes, and countless nuggets of information, The Art of Coloring Wood will have you understanding the methods and many worthwhile reasons for coloring your wood while chomping at the bit to get a project completed so you can finish it with style and flair.

Marci Crestani is a former lifestyle columnist for the Los Angeles Times and the Los Angeles Daily News, and has worked as an editor for numerous trade magazines. She is also the author of a book of essays, Halfway to Dead: After 50, You Just Have to Laugh., Marci Crestani is a former lifestyle columnist for the Los Angeles Times and the Los Angeles Daily News, and has worked as an editor for numerous trade magazines. She is also the author of a book of essays, Halfway to Dead: After 50, You Just Have to Laugh.

ISBN-13: 9781610353052
Publisher: Linden Publishing
Imprint: Linden Publishing (US)
Publication date: 15 November 2017
Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Dimensions: 280 x 215 mm
Illustrations: 140 colour photos
Language: English