Sturdy and attractive is the theme that runs through each project, including a multitude of bookcases, entertainment center builtins, mudroom clutter busters, and custom kitchen cabinets. Also available are his dvds on repairing furniture and refinishing furniture. Bob flexner is the author of understanding wood finishing, flexner on finishing, and wood. Thinning a product is the solution for the most common application problems brush marks, orange peel and air bubbles drying in the finish. Our library is a reference library not a lending library. June 18, 2016 bob finish finisher finishers finishes finishing flexner spray no wipe on oak spray no wipe on pine the finishing store woodworkers. In the event of damaged merchandise due to furniture rows handling, or defective merchandise as described in the manufacturers warranty, the seller will, at their option, choose to repair or replace in order to correct the damage or defect.
Wellbuilt bookcases are something everyone should have. I made a book case out of red oak plywood and hardwood. Save up to 68% on 7 issues of woodworking projects and tricks. Just like any other artisan, he felt immense satisfaction.
Monticellos stacking bookcases popular woodworking magazine. About this bookcase projectthe classic greek revival styling of our library is reminiscent of traditional bookcases built more than a hundred years ago. The finley home remmington heavy duty bookcase white is proof that clean design really can clean up a room. Damage caused by the customers handling, transportation or use will not be covered. When it comes to choosing an antique to refinish, there are a few key things to keep in mind.
Watch as i build custom bookcases in my shop, which will later be installed on a jobsite. Learn from the best selling finishing book for woodworkers for the past 10 years. Free shipping on everything at overstock your online living room furniture store. A very strong recommendation for folks wishing to demystify finishing to to get a copy of understanding wood finishing, by bob flexner. The author, bob flexner, provides practical solutions to issues and accurate information throughout the book. We laid down new floors, replaced the impractical jalousie windows and painted the walls a soft, neutral tone. How to finish red oak book shelves with an appropriate clear. The tools used to smooth and finish off furniture parts before the introduction of machines. And this is because skilled amish cabinetmakers custombuild our bookcases. Amish bookcases amish bookcases by weaver furniture sales.
Polyurethane and lacquer are oftentimes used interchangeably mainly due to the confusion of their identities. The customer gave me a drawer from one of his stickley pieces to match the stain that is a medium brown with the. I will be attempting to finish a few bookshelves next week that i have planned to. Books or magazines must not be removed from the library. You can see what the wood will look like with only a finish applied by wetting the wood with a liquid, such as paint thinner. Follow the plans carefully and the result will be a sturdy, handsome bookcase for your books and more.
Finally, the truth about wood finishes wagner meters. Learn which wood finish you really need for the project or wood youre finishing. I stained it with a red mahogany min wax stain and now im looking to put a protective coat on it. Understanding furniture polishes there are only four categories, so its easy. Sep 01, 2010 finishing techniques for wood crafters. Ill cover basic carcass construction, adjustable shelves, joinery techniques, and ideas for easing the. Everything you need to finish your woodworking projects like a pro no more mystery. Home flexner on finishing blog bob flexner, now blogging. Three adjustable shelves boast an extradeep design to showcase larger items for custom storage. There is a significant difference between these finishes, and this article. Wood bookcases are not only easy on the eyes, they also serve an important function. Faux builtins using ikea billy bookcases closet shoe shelves.
Jeff jewitt is the reigning guru among finishing experts, and i would urge you to visit a bookstore to survey his various offerings, to see which one best meets your needs. Crafted with durable mdf wood and veneers that resist warping, this fresh, whitefinished bookcase boasts sturdy reinforced shelves that hold up to 150 lbs. If you are finishing more than one object, or a very large object, prepare a step panel so you know when you have reached your target color. Faux builtins using ikea billy bookcases lisa this is what i am talking about upstairs in your. Learn how to refinish any piece of wood furniture, like this bookshelf, with simple latex paint. Since books come in many shapes and sizes and bookcases are also used to display knickknacks, candles and pictures, bookcases with adjustable shelves are most. Youre probably not all that interested in furniture polishes, but its a pretty sure bet that most of your clients are. Expert advice from americas most accomplished craftsmen will lead the way for designing and building the cabinets, builtins, and bookcases readers will love. If youre an avid reader of classic books, these bookcases are the most practical choice to show your refined style. Wood finishing 101 by bob flexner simplifies techniques into a pictorial stepbystep presentation to make finishing comfortable for any level of woodworker, or weekend homeimprover. Bookcase for decoration, home shelving, and organization by lavish home 3 shelf, folding wood display rack for home and. Shop powdercoated metal shelves that match your decor and feature easy assembly with snaptogether designs.
Spraying nowipe stains can provide richer results woodshop. The sauder bookcase is the perfect piece for a dining room, living space or a bedroom. You can apply a finish either directly to the wood or over a stain after it has dried. Essential methods with acrylics, oils, and more fox chapel publishing learn how to choose, prepare. A couple of good books on the subject are essential for all serious woodworkers. Bob flexner is a contributing editor to popular woodworking and the author of woodworking finishing books, including flexner on finishing, understanding wood finishing, and wood finishing 101, available at. You should also check out bob flexners understanding wood finishes. Blo to compare the two finishes, vaughn macmillan applied boiled linseed oil to the left half and tung oil to the right half of this platter. Perfect for organizing your library of books, cds, dvds, or other media, bookcases also look good when accessorized with plants, decorative objects, and favorite photos. The 7 bs of bookcase plans popular woodworking magazine. This is the most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published. Bookcase sets are ideal for home offices, home libraries, and childrens rooms.
Bob flexner has operated his own furniture making and restoration shop in norman, ok for 30 years, and he has taught wood finishing and restoration for 20. Flexner on finishing blog popular woodworking magazine. First, look for a piece that has a shape you love, and thats made of solid, good quality wood no veneers. Antique bookcases fill a home with sophistication and oldworld charm. Countdowntochristmas finishes the trick to clearcoating a project quickly, says finishing expert bob flexner, is in the second coat. Presenting a collection of amish bookcases, which are unlike bookcases normally found in chain furniture stores and big box stores. Lastly, there is the etagere style bookcase, which is a light, open, and used for displaying decorations. Many companies build and install custom cabinets designed to fit into a specific area or serve a particular need. Everything you need to finish your woodworking projects like a. While books generally fit on 8 to ep shelves, i prefer deeper bookcases, so i ripped the plywood to a width of 11 78 in.
This is the complete wood finishing techniques freebie from our expert, bob flexner. You should also check out bob flexner s understanding wood finishes. It is suitable for all woodworkers of all levels with its extensive knowledge. Bob flexner is the author of understanding wood finishing, flexner on finishing.
Add style and storage to your space with a bookcase. Wood bookcases are available in a variety of formats and styles. If you want the best information, flexners book on finishing is an. Some of these shelves even come with removable sliding drawers which make it easy to store more items.
Search all types of hardwood including parawood, alder, birch and pine. In this video norm teaches you how to build a bookcase. Do it wrong, and youll never want to finish wood again. Nov 05, 2019 the best book on finishing is understanding wood finishing by bob flexner. A finish is necessary to protect the wood from water damage, dirt, stains, etc. Now reissued in dvd format, this timeless information is even more accessible. Bookcases made form manufactured wood products may not move as easily or be as sturdy as solid wood or even plywood. But, the one project i wanted to tackle for the longest time was to whitewash the dark brick. He had a couple of bookcases in his office that he had finished several years previously with this finish. Bookcases woodworking plans start to build your own furniture stepbystep blueprints bookcases woodworking plans lifetime monthly planshow to bookcases woodworking plans for subscribe today. Take the mystery out of finishing wood as author bob flexner walks you through applying every kind of finish from beginning to end.
It is about 10 years old now, so some of the product info is dated. The best book on finishing is understanding wood finishing by bob flexner. So, im building 3 walls of bookshelvescabinets all built in, and i have almost all of my wood cut, dadoed, shelf pin holed all like 1,400 of them, sanded, etc. The bookcases look ornate but are relatively simple to build. Nov 14, 2016 im building a pair of large bookcases 84h x 60w x 15d with plain sawn white oak fit the shelf and face frame edges in 14 sawn. Sep 06, 2017 grain raising can be just a bump in the road. Man have i been pouring over as much information as possible and the issue is that theres too much. I dont believe i am alone when i state the excitement of completing the construction phase of a project is dampened only by the anticipation of the finishing phase. This is an especially effective bookcase styling tip if you dont have a lot of space for deep shelves.
Learning how to build a simple bookcase is a terrific exercise in basic woodworking. How to build a bookcase in 2020 norm abram nyws youtube. When made properly, the maple blocks should extend 1. Finally answers to your wood finishing fears and frustrations flexner, bob on. Get free 2day shipping on qualified unfinished wood bookcases or buy furniture products with buy online pick up in store. From all that experience, weve learned that the best building tricks are shortcuts that avoid complex steps. In this book, his first since understanding wood finishing, bob flexner delves deeper into many of the issues woodworkers struggle with and he does it with an.
Some people can build beautiful projects and end up with a lacklustre result because they dont have their finishing techniques down. White wood 3shelf standard bookcase with adjustable shelves a unique way to display your accessories, a unique way to display your accessories, books and collectibles, the hampton bay 3shelf decorative bookcase from the home decorators collection combines function and style. Mar 18, 2020 by examining the written records, officials at monticello built six bookcases for the museum in 1959 that are a good guess at what would have housed jeffersons library though he could have had as many as 20 of these units, if you do the math. It was sometime in the late 1970s when bob flexner opened his furniture making and restoration shop. How do i fix a sticky spot on furniture made by a rubber ball.
Office depot bookcases view woodworking projects stepbystep ideas office depot bookcases download guideshow to office depot bookcases for read more. It is more than a book of recipes, but gives a bit more background in that allows making sense of the process. Build your own bookcase this weekend, and start the journey. Refinishing a wood bookcase simple practical beautiful. Popular woodworking magazine has handselected some of the greatest guides and woodworking tutorials to getting started and even advancing your woodworking skills. Renowned wood finishing expert bob flexner teaches you how to keep your project looking great for generations to come. There is a tremendous amount of misinformation as well as mislabeling when it comes to finishing and finshes. This bookcase plan is designed to be large enough to handle all of the books belonging to the voracious reader in your family, virtually indestructible to withstand years of abuse, and easy on the pocket book. Finally answers to your wood finishing fears and frustrations. These are fantastic if you want bookshelves that can hold.
If you click on those links, i may earn a small commission at no. Finishing for firsttimers popular woodworking magazine. This post has links to products i used to do this project. Polyurethane and lacquer are two of the common wood finishes used to add a smooth and glossy coat. Understanding wood finishing bob flexner teaches you how to select and apply the right finish. Thats why you need to download this free guide to finishing wood. Flexner on woodworking plans for dorm room bookcases finishing blog. To make things easier, most antique bookcases and old bookshelves can be classified. In a wellventilated area, brush a thick coat of paint stripper on the painted surface of the bookcase with a wide, natural bristled brush and let it rest for 30 minutes. Over the years, the editors at family handyman have built nearly a hundred bookcases.
I dont look forward to finishing cause im afraid ill screw it up. Grain raising can be just a bump in the road woodshop news. So who better than bob flexner, to list some of the essentials of finishing and refinishing. He wrote understanding wood finishing, a book that has sold more than a quarter of a million copies. Choose from several heights with varying numbers of shelves most feature adjustable shelves so you can store bulky and.
Please come to our monthly meetings if youd like to check one out. Grainger bookcases give you a variety of options for outfitting offices and firms. Office bookcases office furniture grainger industrial. Take control of finishing by learning how to use the many finishes availableand what those products actually are. Free wood drafting table plans what makes the perfect woodworking plan. I recommend reading a good finishing book by jewitt or flexner. There are so many options and so much jargon that it will make your head spin. Bookshelves are often quite shallow or narrow 816 in most cases, but still add tons of depth to the room. However, according to bob flexner in his book, flexner on finishing, formsbys concoction was really a wiping varnish made with maybe a little tung oil, a resin and a thinner. He shows you when to rejuvenate an old finish, how to remove a. Flexner s ironclad rules for finishing woodshop news. From tall six shelf solid wood bookcase to childrens room bookshelves, find exactly what you are looking for. Lesson plans for module 2750115 cabinetmaking 2750115 cabinetmaking iii module 2750115 introduces advanced trainees and experienced carpenters to the construction of highquality finished products such as cabinets and furniture.
In this oneofakind dvd, woodworker bob flexner gives you the working knowledge you need of the practical and decorative aspects of refinishing. Bob has been inspiring woodworkers for over 18 yrs with his writings and teachings. So whether youre a beginning builder or a veteran, these bookcase and shelf building tips will lead to beautiful results with less time and effort. Youll see firsthand exactly how to do the work the tools, the techniques and the subtle rhythms of each process. Understanding wood finishing how to select and apply the right finish this is the most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published, and is widely regarded as the bible of wood finishing. In all honesty, finishing is just as much an art as the woodwork itself. We may receive commission when you use our affiliate links. Feb 21, 2018 spraying nowipe stains can provide richer results.
About six years ago, megan fitzpatrick, the editor of popular woodworking magazine, asked me to join the group of editors blogging on the magazine website. Bob flexner, now blogging popular woodworking magazine. You can buy a variety of affordable antique bookshelves for sale on ebay. A seminar and interview with jeff jewitt by rob carr. The sauder 5shelf bookcase is our choice for the best overall piece because its gorgeous, well made and easy on the wallet. The thinner you make any finishing product, the easier it is to apply and the better it levels.
By examining the written records, officials at monticello built six bookcases for the museum in 1959 that are a good guess at what would have housed jeffersons library though he could have had as many as 20 of these units, if you do the math. Bob flexner is author of understanding wood finishing and flexner on finishing. Building this traditional bookcase is easier than you might think. In this book, his first since understanding wood finishing, bob flexner delves deeper into many of the issues woodworkers struggle with and he.
Planning to make some cabinets want to give them a good finish. It comes with five shelves, three of which are adjustable, so you can store larger items like vases or photo albums. Theres no complex joinery like mortiseandtenon, or even doweling, so if youve hung a new door or trimmed a room with new molding, you have the expertise to handle this how to. The other closelylinked finishes include shellac and varnish. Here youll find listings of books, dvds and videos available for members.
The first application of any finish acts as a sealer, filling pores and locking any errant wood fibers in place. Every classic fine woodworking dvd takes you right into an expert woodworkers shop. Trim all the dovetails and prepare the plinth, backs and book boxes for finishing. Oct 01, 2010 before beginning his writing and teaching career, bob flexner spent 20 years running a woodworking and restoration shop. These glue blocks reinforce the corners of the plinth and carry the weight of the entire bookcase. Bookcase plans like ours will open your eyes to a world of larger possibilities in home improvement and furniture design. Cabinets and builtins opens with a thoroughly illustrated techniques chapter that explains every method youll need to construct all the projects. The tung oil is a bit lighter, and this difference will get more noticeable as time passes. Woodworking instructions instructional wood videos.
Cube storage bookcases are square shelves that stack on top of each other. In addition to writing the first edition of understanding wood finishing, bob has made two awardwinning videos, hosted the furniture workshop, his own callin radio show, and taught several hundred workshops and seminars. But thinning reduces the film build, which might result in your having to apply an extra coat or two of finish. Put your fine finishing skills to work with refinishing furniture. The book is authoritative with its lessons and easy to follow instructions. In this book, his first since understanding wood finishing, bob flexner delves deeper into many of the issues woodworkers struggle with and he does. Apr 02, 2020 this is the most practical detailed book on wood finishing ever written. Since the day i started woodworking, i have been concerned about amassing information on the craft.