[PDF] Reproducing Antique Furniture eBook

Author : Franklin H. Gottshall
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 23,45 MB
Release : 2012-12-13
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0486161641

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Superb, step-by-step guide enables even beginners to build heirloom pieces by Hepplewhite, Chippendale, Phyfe, and other masters. Detailed, precise construction drawings, measurements. Full instructions. Over 500 illustrations.

Author : Franklin H. Gottshall
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 50,4 MB
Release : 1994-08-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0486279766

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This book introduces the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking and provides advice on selecting hardware, finishing and other aspects of the craft. Includes forty classic projects with instructions and measured drawings.

Author : Franklin H. Gottshall
Publisher : Dover Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,48 MB
Release : 1994-08-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486279763

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With this profusely illustrated guide, even beginning woodworkers can build precise reproductions of the most sought-after antique furniture — heirloom pieces by Sheraton, Hepplewhite, Duncan, Phyfe, Chippendale, and other celebrated craftsmen. It's possible by following the simple, step-by-step procedures outlined in this expert manual. You'll learn how to construct such magnificent antiques as a Chippendale flat-topped partner's desk, Queen Anne handkerchief table, Sheraton drop-leaf dining table, Hepplewhite four-poster bed, grandfather clock, Queen Anne spice cabinet, and many more. Every step is clearly explained and illustrated, with remarkably detailed and precise construction drawings, accompanied by exact measurements. You'll even find superb photographs of the finished pieces. The book begins with an expert introduction to the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking: how to cut, square, and plane lumber; the use and care of hand tools; and then clear explanations of such processes as joinery, drawer construction, dovetailing, wood turning, gluing, bull and claw foot carving, and other wood carving details as well as how to choose the correct stock. Also included is a wealth of time-tested advice on selecting hardware, finishing, and other aspects of the craft. No matter what your level of woodworking expertise — novice to expert — the exceptionally precise and well-thought-out instructions and diagrams in this book will enable you to craft beautiful and authentic antique furniture you'll be proud to use and display for years to come.

Author : Brian Clough
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 29,87 MB
Release : 2017-04-04
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ISBN : 9781545131701

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Want to learn all about the secrets of caring for antique furniture and how to tell one piece from another? Discover The Secrets Of Tracking Down Beautiful Antique Furniture And Restoring It To Perfection for Your Own Use Or For Resale! Did you ever want to start a new hobby but were never sure exactly which one? Have you often wondered just what your home needs to make it look special! Are you ready to find the answer to both these questions? Yes? Bet you didn't think that one answer could be the solution to both. Let's find out how! Sometimes we hear about a new hobby that someone has started up and somehow ends up making a fortune out of it. It worked fine for them, but somehow it's just not what you are interested in. It seems to be a lot of bother. That's because what they are doing suits them, but it does not suit you. Even if you do give it a go, you find that your enthusiasm is lagging - and it is not half as much fun as you thought. Besides, where on earth do you put all that craft you made - or whatever else you ended up accruing with that hobby. Sadly, this experience is less than positive because your aim was not to spend a lot on learning to do a new hobby and then be unable to offload all those goods. You didn't want to find it all crammed into your home either. And sometimes it is just too hard to learn all the ins and outs of doing it well. The instructions are not clear or they leave out steps that are obvious to others but not to you, the complete newbie. And what about the second problem, that of your home's d�cor just not looking right for some reason. Did you ever think of changing or adding to the furniture pieces? You know how beautiful those older pieces are. There is something about those period pieces that is missing in today's furniture. Well, what if you could address both these problems with the one answer? You can! By learning how to buy and restore antique furniture, you will have the chance to both learn a new hobby and add furniture of value to your home - that is until you decide to sell it. You can learn how to find and restore antique furniture in this guide "All About Antique Furniture" "All About Antique Furniture" gives you everything you need to know to find out where to buy those beautiful pieces of antique furniture and how to restore them. Not only will you learn how to recognize different period pieces, but you will be given a brief overview of how they came into being. But nothing long and boring! Here's more: Did You Always Wonder Exactly What the Difference Is Between Antique Oriental Furniture and Antique Reproduction Furniture? Why one is old and the other is actually new. Did You Want To Know How to Have Your Own Antique Furniture Valued? It's not as hard as you think. And What About the Restoration Process? Why you should not use certain polishes on antique furniture. We want "All About Antique Furniture" to be an absolute 100% no-brainer for you. That's why you can order your copy with complete peace of mind. You know that you are about to acquire knowledge that can give you pleasure and profit for many years to come. We guarantee it!