Superbly illustrated, packed with detail, and easy-to-follow, this is the ultimate guide to repairing/restoring your furniture. This volume includes: over 350 colour photos and illustrations; step-by-step instructions for the most commons repairs; easy-to-follow tips for restoring furniture to a professional level; and, much, much more. Packed with detailed information, "Furniture Repair & Restoration" takes a hands-on approach to repairing and restoring furniture. Readers will learn how to save money by making simple repairs themselves, or they can get the satisfaction of restoring a treasured piece or a garage-sale find to its original lustre. Written by an authority in the field, the book teaches - through step-by-step instructions and full-color photo sequences - everything the beginning furniture restorer needs to know to achieve professional results, whether planning a simple repair or a full restoration. All tasks are rated for difficulty and feature comprehensive tools and materials lists.