The Brightwork Companion : Tried-and-True Methods and Strongly Held Opinions in Thirteen and One-Half Chapters
"The things that are vital and honorable about varnishing are the parts that we do with our hearts, our hands, and that portion of our brain that houses common sense. These are what never change, the things that will prevail."--from the IntroductionFrom the author of the acclaimedBrightworkcomes this equally elegant lifeline for the weekend warrior with a brush, a can of varnish, and two days to show results.The Brightwork Companionguides you through every step of refinishing your boat's wood trim with a stripped-to-the-essentials presentation designed for quick reference while the work is in progress.This practical guide makes every brightwork project easier with:Guidelines for evaluating the brightwork to be treatedStep-by-step procedures for bleaching, sanding, stripping, oiling, and varnishingRefinishing instructions for spars, decks, trim, and interiorsLists of must-have tools and products, as well as important safety informationAdvice on how to stay the course during a projectAdditional resources, including helpful websitesBeautiful color photographsAnd more!There is so much technical expertise in this book, in fact, that you'll wonder how Rebecca Wittman managed at the same time to load it with wit, opinion, encouragement, and insight. Elegant, useful,andfun--isn't that a winning combination for any how-to book?Create stunning brightwork step by step with this go-anywhere guideRebecca Wittman has adapted her seminal 1990 bookBrightworkto the needs of the weekend boat warrior. In stripped-down recipe form, here are the procedures and recommendations you need to make your boat's brightwork beautiful. This wonderful new book takes into account both the traditional methods that have stood the test of time and the latest tools and materials--such as user-friendly citric-based strippers--that ensure the best finish possible.Praise forBrightwork:ACruising WorldEditor's Choice: "Brightworkprovides all the information you need to avoid frustrations and costly mistakes and derive the greatest satisfaction from a process that can be its own reward.""A first class and highly readable text that should be mandatory for anyone who owns or is contemplating owning a wood-trimmed vessel."--Sailing"It's elegant--elegant as the work it describes so successfully, elegant in its writing, elegant in its photography, and elegant physically as a volume."--SAIL"As well as being a comprehensive guide to wood finishing, this work celebrates the beauty of brightwork on boats."--WoodenBoat"Wittman . . . make[s] you want to rush down to the dock with brush (or heat gun) in hand."--Yachting"Everyone who does varnishing should have this book!"--Classic Boating