Painting and Varnishing

by Peter H. Spectre

Published 1 October 1995
This is a book about painting and varnishing boats, whether to achieve a utilitarian or a show standard finish. It contains the collective advice of several experts, and covers such topics as stripping old paint, dealing with mildew, applying water-based clear coatings, paint adhesion, mast protection, hot weather varnishing and painting for decoration. The book also offers quick tips for springtime varnishing and painting, and gives advice for newly constructed, second hand and classic boats.

100 Boat Designs Reviewed

by Peter H. Spectre

Published 1 October 1997
This volume provides information culled from boat design reviews from "WoodenBoat" magazine. It covers a variety of boats, from rowing craft to motor boats and daysailers to cruising boats. There is an analysis of the lines, construction plan and accommodation plan, plus recommendations for improvements. The scope of work includes designs by John Alden, Joel White, Henry Scheel, Howard Chapelle, S.S. Crocker and many others.