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Wood Finishing 101

Thanks for all the great comments! Congratulations to “cams2705” the winner of this book giveaway. Stay tuned for more exciting book giveaways and if you’re interested in a copy of “Wood Finishing 101.” it is currently available at ShopWoodworking.com.


This week I’m giving away a copy of Bob Flexner’s “Wood Finishing 101.” This book is a great step-by-step guide for simple finishes. Simply post a comment below and I’ll choose 1 winner at random. Winner will be announced Monday 1/29. Good luck!


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  • Mark helms

    Nice book

  • mbehrens

    That looks like a great book!

  • mbbrogan

    Count me in, this is a book I have wanted.

  • Bill Lattanzio

    I’m in!

  • MikeScic

    Fingers crossed!

  • abonen

    This would be a great help

  • Judah

    A book would help

  • pchast

    Finishing… its my downfall.
    A book would help.

  • michigander11

    Great book

  • Farmer Greg

    Such a great book!

  • machinehead

    Definitely need this book!

  • mwilt

    One entry please.

  • Greg

    Just finish building 2 end tables. I could use some help with the finish.

  • swirt

    Consider me please.

  • rongur

    Count me in.

  • Indy Mike

    Thanks for the opportunity.

  • Frank Wessmore

    Had a look at this in the library…looks great!

  • Dulcimist

    Sure could use some help with those tricky finishes!

  • cams2705

    This book would be a perfect addition to my library … count me in!

  • kaw-liga

    I could really use this one

  • Jonas Jensen

    I could use some tricks on finishing.
    Please count me in.

  • pmac

    All in

  • Rexus7

    Count me in

  • rjhanby

    Count me in, please.

  • David

    Thanks!

  • skoonz

    I don’t want to beg, but I will if i have to. Nobody on here needs this book more than I!

  • galooticus

    I’ve been struggling with getting good finishes. I’m in!

  • wonkothesane

    If it doesn’t warm up, I’m gonna need a book on starting too!

  • Riven Joiner

    Thank you!

  • adritchey

    I’ve been looking at buying one of these finishing books.

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