Painting and Finishing around the home can be daunting both from the scale of the work and the bewildering array of finishing options available. This book in the Build Like a Pro series takes a practical approach for the homeowner. Written by a finishing professional, it provides an authoritative and practical guide to choosing paints and finishes, surface preparation and application methods. It covers both interior and exterior painting and finishing. - Start to Finish: The First Steps - Kitchens and Bathrooms - - Built-Ins and Panelling - Interior Doors - Molding and Trim - - Floors, Stairs and Balustrades - Furniture - Siding and Weatherboards - - Exterior Doors, Windows and Trim - Decks - Porches and Fences - - Patio Furniture and Ornamentals -