books about: finishing     books:       Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Finishing (Complete Illustrated Guide)21 reviews Jeff Jewitt, Susan Jewitt Taunton, 2004 Finishing Favorite Before I read Jeff Jewitt's book on finishing I knew almost nothing about the finishing process. After reading this book cover to cover almost five times now, I feel confident about applying a finish to my first project. Jeff's writing style and knack for explaining make learning the often misunderstood art of finishing a pure pleasure. You will learn all types of finishing and application ...             Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day: A Guide to Starting, R and Finishing Your Doctoral Thesis62 reviews Joan Bolker Holt Paperbacks, 1998 worth more than gold THis book is worth more than twice its weight in gold. I only bought it on the off-chance because it was listed as a book often bought along with another book I was buying, and in any case the price was so affordable. I am so glad I did. I was suffering from intellectual inertia - didn't know where or how to start my writing. This book helped me to see how to take small steps and just begin. I ...             The Knitters Book of Finishing Techniques53 reviews Nancie M. Wiseman Martingale and Company, 2002 Fantastic for a new knitter I used this book constantly for the first few years I knit as I learned to seam and finish my garments. I still use it and it is one of the best and most loved books in my knitting library. Very handy and helpful.             The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes: From Enameling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation22 reviews Jinks McGrath Krause Publications, 2005 Eveything you need to know! Awesome book with great illustrations and techniques for many different finishes in jewelry making!! Get this one!!             Airbrushing and Finishing Scale Models (Modelling Masterclass)1 review Brett Green Osprey Publishing, 2008 A good book, but much more on application than technique. I just finished reading this book and am still forming an opinion of it. I expected a bit more on the technique of using an air brush, meaning how to physically hold it and maneuver it. Instead, it shows various models, mostly aircraft, in various stages of being painted. While I did pick up a few tips applying masks and such, the actual information pertaining to what I was looking for was scant. ...             The Quilter's Edge: Borders, Bindings and Finishing Touches12 reviews Darlene Zimmerman Krause Publications, 2005 Quilters Edge review The book Quilters Edge is very helpful in describing different ways to finish a quilt to make it different and unique. The instructions, with pictures, is very helpful. Highly recommended.             Understanding Wood Finishing: How to Select and Apply the Right Finish80 reviews Bob Flexner Readers Digest, 2005 A Breath of Fresh Air I couldn't resist the pun for the title, but it expresses my feelings about this book. I can actually say, for the first time, having read this book, that I understand the basics of finish materials themselves, how they work chemically, how they may be combined (alternatively, when they should not be), what processes each finish type is best suited to, the roles of solvents (thinners) and ...             Gracie Submission Essentials: Grandmaster and Master Secrets of Finishing a Fight (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu series)9 reviews Helio Gracie, Royler Gracie, ... Invisible Cities Press Llc, 2007 Comprehensive and easy to follow submission encyclopedia Gracie Submission Essentials is 240+ pages of full color photos that explain how to do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu submissions from almost any position. The photographs for each submission are large, clear, and plentiful - usually four or more for each technique. While those reading it will not be able to master the techniques without a partner, this book is an incredible starting point for those new to ...             Hardwood Floors: Laying, Sanding and Finishing18 reviews Don Bollinger Taunton, 1990 A "must read" for hardwood do-it-yourselfers Author Don Bollinger stares in, writes, or is quoted in just about every video or book about installing, sanding and finishing hardwood flooring. I came across his video 15yrs ago while researching my first hardwood project. Of the four books I checked out from the library on the topic he was pictured and quoted in all of them. He is a master of his trade and in this book he lays out the very ...             The Finishing School: Earning the Navy SEAL Trident19 reviews Dick Couch Three Rivers Press, 2005 Good, not great I thought the Finishing School was interesting, but nowhere near as good as the Warrior Elite. I think the Warrior Elite is also a book about courage, determination, perseverance, etc., that has the potential to appeal to a broader base of people, whereas the Finishing School will probably only appeal to people who are very interested in the SEALS/special forces.             Tile Your World: John Bridge's New Tile Setting Book23 reviews John P. Bridge Mistflower Press, 2003 Everything you need to know! This is the ultimate book for tile setters and for those who want to be tile setters. John focuse on all of the little things that the amateurs don't. focus on. The actual tiling itself is the last thing he focuse on. He will teach you the science of laying different types of tiles. You will learn everyting from floor deflection to room layout to determing the square footage and much more. I even ...             Your Home A Living Canvas: Create Stunning Faux Finishes & Murals with Paint29 reviews Curtis L Heuser North Light Books, 2007 Your Home A Living Canvas Being in this house must be like walking around in a dream.This man is highly gifted!             Criminal Minds: Finishing School (Criminal Minds) Max Allan Collins Signet, 2008 From Edgar® Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Max Allan Collins BASED ON THE CBS TELEVISION SHOW HAILED AS ?The network?s best new offering.? ( Wall Street Journal ) Watched by nearly 18 million fans weekly The bodies of three young girls are discovered in the woods of Bemidji, Minnesota, the result of barbiturate poisoning. Unable to identify the victims, the local police turn to the Behavioral Analysis Unit. Profiler ...             Setting Tile (Fine Homebuilding)30 reviews Michael Byrne Taunton, 1995 Michael Byrnes's Work is Excellent Michael Byrne's work in both his book "Setting Tile" and his DVD "Tiling Floors with Michael Byrne" are excellent resources for beginners, and were I an experienced tile setter, I would say so for those folks, too. As a complete novice I recently completed my first tile project, re-doing my bathroom, some 50 square feet. In my opinion it turned out very well considering it was a first time ...             The Timber-Frame Home: Design Construction Finishing10 reviews Tedd Benson Taunton, 1997 A Must if you are thinking of building a Timber Frame Whether you are going to act as general contractor, or hire it all out, this book is a great over view of all of the aspects of building a Timber Frame. While not dwelling in great detail, it has lots of drawings, photos, and descriptions, to acquaint the reader with construction techniques, electrical and plumbing considerations, and room layouts in a typical Timber Frame home. Definitley ...             Exterior Siding, Trim & Finishes (For Pros by Pros)2 reviews Taunton, 2004 Been there, read that I gave this book three stars because it is basically a rehash of articles that have appeared in Fine Homebuilding in the past. No wait, it's not a rehash, it's exact copies of articles that have appeared in Fine Homebuilding in the past. Maybe they said that in the description and I just missed it, but as a religious reader of FHB, I felt a little cheated. If you don't read FHB on a regular ...             Sailboat Refinishing (International Marine Sailboat Library)4 reviews Don Casey International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2007 Clear guide to the Do's and Don'ts of painting a boat Another crystal clear Don Casey book. Explains painting, varnishing, surface prep, brushes, solvents, sanding, basic gelcoat, fixing small blisters, painting the mast, applying the name, fixing non-skid surfaces, fixing crazing and alligatoring, and bottom painting. If I screw it up now, it won't be Casey's fault :)!             The Journey Home: Finishing with Joy5 reviews Bill Bright, James C. Dobson Thomas Nelson, 2004 A Comforting Testimony In 2003 I saw my uncle die suddenly of a heart attack, and for a long time afterward I was anxious about dying. Even though I am a Christian and have accepted Christ, thinking about dying seemed sort of like waiting in a dentist's lobby before having a painful tooth drilling, and I was frequently haunted by anxiety and worry about what dying will be like. Reading this book was very helpful to ...             Finishing Strong: Going the Distance for Your Family16 reviews Steve Farrar Multnomah Books, 2000 Finishing Strong . . . must read for any man This book has changed the way I look at and the way I carry myself day in and day out. The bible is still the authority on how a man should live, but Finishing Strong delivers the message in terms relative to today's christian man. It also can be understood by the non-christian also. I think that is the best feature behind this book is that whether or not you believe that God has outlined the ...             The Art of Faux: The Complete Sourcebook of Decorative Painted Finishes (Crafts Highlights)25 reviews Pierre Finkelstein Watson-Guptill, 1997 Faux You I purchased this for my daughter who is a faux painter. She loves the book. 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