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Reviving & Repairing Surfaces: Professional Techniques to Bring Your Furniture Back to Life, by William Cook, 2005, Out OF Print New This book describes not only the causes of common problems to surfaces such as blisters, watermarks, dents, burns and scratches but also gives step by step instructions on how to treat them This practical guide to the conservation and restoration of antique furniture describes the common causes of problems such as blisters, water marks and dents, as well as the techniques and methods that can be used to restore treasured pieces to their former glory. Clear step-by-step instructions for restoring your antique surfaces, such as polishing, staining, waxing, graining, gilding, veneering and marquetry and parquetry repairs. This practical guide to the conservation and restoration of antique furniture describes the common causes of problems such as blisters, water marks and dents. It also shows techniques and methods that can be used to restore treasured pieces to their former glory. House and home Furniture Repair 96 pages