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David Smith
About
DAVID SMITH, president of Fresh Air Finishers, has been finishing wood professionally for the past 30 years. A few of his wood finishing specialties include onsite executive office touch-up and refinishing; historic interior woodwork restoration; and custom finishing for artists, designers, architects, and fixture manufacturers. David has traveled from coast to coast repairing complex wood finishing problems. Color theory, spot repair, distressed finishes and water-based coatings are just a few of the topics he has taught at companies who have sought to learn more about wood finishing. He has been a visiting instructor at the National Institute of Wood Finishing, AWFS and IWF. Photography, bicycling, and looking for old growth wood are a few activities that keep him busy.
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Mastering Shellac & Water Based Finishes with David Smith
May 6-10, 2024
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Hands-On Finishing with Mitch Kohanek & Dave Smith
October 28-November 1, 2024