Painting, Staining and Finishing - Hardcover

Philbin, Tom

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0070497303 ISBN 13: 9780070497306

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US, 1997

Synopsis

The Professional Painter's Bible. Brush up on the latest painting methods and technologies. . .discover new and improved materials. . .capitalize on products customized for specific uses. In Tom Philbin's Painting, Staining & Finishing, you get wide-ranging advice on everything from selecting and using the best materials for exterior work. . .to applying the most efficient wood stripping methods. . .to mastering the art of hanging wallpaper. packed with illustrations, case studies, tricks of the trade and time-saving tips, this hands-on guide gives you the know-how to handle any problem solving: tools and equipment; primers; specialty finishes; wood stripping; estimating supplies; interior painting; exterior painting and staining; wallpapering; floor refinishing; metric conversions; more.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Finally, an in-depth professional's guide to cutting-edge painting techniques and materials. For painters and building contractors, keeping up with the latest products and techniques is vital to maintaining a strong profit margin. This book helps you do that and a lot more. It's the most comprehensive, in-depth, and up-to-date professional guide you can buy to painting, hanging wallpaper, and other jobs commonly subcontracted to painters. Filled with hands-on information and advice, the book is organized into sections which cover interior painting, interior wood staining, exterior painting, exterior staining, speciality finishes, and wallpaper hanging. You get complete details on all of the latest developments in methods, tools, and materials, with an emphasis on the fast-changing area of exterior work. Also look for helpful case studies and valuable insider tricks, such as alternative methods that can save time, tips on working with paint and stain in all types of environments, and advice on how to handle a wide variety of problems. Get expert guidance and information on: Tools and equipment; Paint and primers; Preparation; Specialty finishes; Wood stripping; Estimating supplies; Paint problems; Removing and hanging wall coverings and borders. . .and much more. Plus, many of the book's techniques are clearly illustrated to help increase your understanding.

Synopsis:

A detailed guide for painters covering interior painting and staining, as well as floor finishing and wall paper hanging. It includes discussion of new materials, particularly those available for exterior work. Techniques are illustrated throughout the book.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0070497303
• ISBN 13: 9780070497306
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 317