How to repair and restore furniture
Cook, William2003
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A straightforward step-by-step instructions for everyday restoration and repair of furniture, plus advanced skills and finishes.
Main title:
How to repair and restore furniture / by William Cook
Author:
Imprint:
London Hermes House 2003
Collation:
256 p. colour illustrations
Contents:
Introduction: History of furniture restoration - Restoration and conservation - Purchasing. Tools, equipment and materials: Creating a workspace - Saws and measuring devices - Hammers and screwdrivers - Smoothing tools and clamps - Chisels and carving tools - Turning tools - Machinery - Collecting and storing wood - Collecting and storing veneers - Veneers and wood - Polishes and glues - Gilt and stains - Upholstery and leather - Mouldings and moulding planes - Handles and hinges - Mounts, castors and metalware - Locks and keys. Surfaces and Finishes: Restoring damaged surfaces - Cleaning and reviving - Polishing and colouring - Veneering - Project - Rosewood Pole Screens. Chairs: History of chairs - Chair construction - Dismantling and reassembling chairs - Repairing backs and frames - Upholstery - Project - Raynham Chair, Windsor Chair. Tables: History of tables - Table construction - Dismantling and reassembling tables - Repairing carving - Repairing tops - Project - Drop-leaf Table, Sofa Table. Chests and Cabinets: History of chests - Chest construction - Dismantling and rebuilding chests - Repairing carcasses and tops - Repairing drawers - Repairing doors - Project - 19th Century Desk, Grandfather Clock
ISBN:
0681016035 (pbk)
Dewey class:
684.1044 HOW
Local class:
684.1044
Language:
English
BRN:
997
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 684.1044 HOW | Available |