New, revised edition, hardcover in excellent condition.
Cabinetmakers, woodworkers and lovers of fine furnishings in general will find a treasury of practical ideas and essential information in every chapter. Here is a reference that is designed to be used again and again, whenever a woodworker needs information on any subject. Readable, useful articles cover hundreds of subjects, of which these are only a sample.
Slight edge wear to the book covers, slight soil to page edges. Pages clean and complete, wonderfully illustrated. Color and black and white photos. Jacket shows some surface and edge wear but no tears. Previous owners name is on the inside front cover. A great book at a great price.
- Part I - Basic materials (woods, veneers, plastics, leathers, metals, adhesives, abrasives)
- Part II - Tools and equipment (workbenches, hand tools, portable power tools, woodworking machinery and shop layout)
- Part III - Basic techniques and joint construction
- Part IV - Advanced areas of furniture construction (carcass, legs and frames, doors, drawers and trays)
- Part V - Metal fittings/fasteners and their application (screws, nails and pins, hinges, locks, stays, catches, bolts)
- Part VI - Advanced techniques (veneering, marquetry, inlay, table lining, mouldings and lippings)
- Part VII - Running a professional workshop
- Part VIII - Draughtsmanship and workshop geometry
- Part IX - Furniture designs and construction details (tables, desks, chest, cabinets, bedroom furniture, seating, upholstery)
- Part X - Restoration, repairs and wood finishing
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Author: |
Ernest Joyce |
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Publisher: |
Sterling Publishing Co |
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Copyright Date: |
1987 |
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ISBN-10: |
0806964405 |
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ISBN-13: |
978-0-8069-6440-9 |
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Format: |
Hardcover |
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Pages: |
519 |
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Jacket Condition: |
Very Good |
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Condition: |
Excellent |