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Readers applaud the invaluable tips for how to read the questions, overcome test anxiety, avoid common pitfalls, and assess one’s learning style which help foster exam confidence.

Identifies the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities statements (KSAs) for each question so test-takers can easily locate relevant source materials for further study.

A full practice test with 170 questions that mirrors the actual ASWB Masters Exam in length, structure, and content, with detailed explanations of the correct answers.

Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the ASWB examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs. Dr. Apgar has done research on licensure funded by the American Foundation for Research and Consumer Education in Social Work Regulation and was chairperson of her state's social work licensing board. She is a past President of the New Jersey Chapter of NASW and has been on its National Board of Directors. In 2014, the Chapter presented her with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Apgar has taught in both undergraduate and graduate social work programs and has extensive direct practice, policy, and management experience in the social work field.

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Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the ASWB examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs. Dr. Apgar has done research on licensure funded by the American Foundation for Research and Consumer Education in Social Work Regulation and was chairperson of her state's social work licensing board. She is a past President of the New Jersey Chapter of NASW and has been on its National Board of Directors. In 2014, the Chapter presented her with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Apgar has taught in both undergraduate and graduate social work programs and has extensive direct practice, policy, and management experience in the social work field.

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Readers applaud the invaluable tips for how to read the questions, overcome test anxiety, avoid common pitfalls, and assess one’s learning style which help foster exam confidence.

Identifies the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities statements (KSAs) for each question so test-takers can easily locate relevant source materials for further study.

A full practice test with 170 questions that mirrors the actual ASWB Masters Exam in length, structure, and content, with detailed explanations of the correct answers.

Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the ASWB examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs. Dr. Apgar has done research on licensure funded by the American Foundation for Research and Consumer Education in Social Work Regulation and was chairperson of her state's social work licensing board. She is a past President of the New Jersey Chapter of NASW and has been on its National Board of Directors. In 2014, the Chapter presented her with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Apgar has taught in both undergraduate and graduate social work programs and has extensive direct practice, policy, and management experience in the social work field.

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Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the ASWB examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs. Dr. Apgar has done research on licensure funded by the American Foundation for Research and Consumer Education in Social Work Regulation and was chairperson of her state's social work licensing board. She is a past President of the New Jersey Chapter of NASW and has been on its National Board of Directors. In 2014, the Chapter presented her with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Apgar has taught in both undergraduate and graduate social work programs and has extensive direct practice, policy, and management experience in the social work field.

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Understanding Wood Finishing

This is the most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published, and is widely regarded as the bible of wood finishing.

Take the mystery out of finishing wood as author Bob Flexner walks you through applying every kind of finish from beginning to end.

More Than 300 Color Photos

Inside, find hundreds of clear photos of various finishes, products, steps, results, comparisons, and even common mistakes to help you choose products, make decisions, and solve problems.

Solutions to Finishing Problems

Learn causes and find solutions to problems often encountered throughout the finishing process, from bubbles in a brush finish to shellac and lacquer blushing, with more than 40 must-have reference tables and troubleshooting guides.

How to Apply a Finish from A to Z

From preparing the wood surface to filling the pores to finishing for different types of wood—even care, repair, exterior and removal are covered—Understanding Wood Finishing will keep you informed and confident at every step of the process.

Preparation & Tools

Author Bob Flexner helps you get started with tips for selecting your lumber, sanding, dewhiskering, and dealing with dents, gouges and holes. Then make your own rubbing pad, choose brushes, spray guns, and equipment, and learn the common pitfalls and solutions for using these tools.

Stains, Oils & Wax Finishes

With clear language and detailed explanations, Bob Flexner will help you understand stains, bleaching, ebonizing, aniline dyes, color matching, washcoats, and common staining problems. Explore oil finishes, dispel the myths about linseed oil, understand oil finish penetration, bleeding oil finishes, and maintenance & repair. Learn how to make your own paste wax and about wax's compatibility with other finishes.

Film Finishes: Shellac, Lacquer, Varnish, Two-Part, & Water-Based

Learn all about the five types of film finishes that cure hard so they can be built up to any thickness you want. You'll learn how they cure, how to control sheen, how to apply each type of film finish, its pros and cons, and how to approach common mistakes in the application of each type of finish.

Advanced Coloring, Care & Repair

Take the decoration of wood beyond simple staining and pore filling to the advanced steps of adding color within a finish. Learn glazing, antiquing, toning, and pickling, plus how to "finish" your finish for the best quality. Caring for your finished wood, repairing damage, and removing finishes with stripping solvents is all covered in this comprehensive guide.