-Rediscover the traditional hot sand technique for shading inlays and veneers. -Learning this little known process will add a whole new level to your woodworking. -Step by step instructions, practice projects, templates and sources detailed with full color photographs. Tom Iovino of Tom's Workbench Blog says: "Ralph's book brings to light in great detail this classic but seemingly lost technique. Given the clear step-by-step instructions and common equipment and materials, this is going to become one very popular read."