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"Old-World Galleries" is a vintage catalogue of antique furniture which was on sale at 31, Baker Street, London. As well as examples of antique furniture, this profusely-illustrated volume also includes timeless tips and advice on identifying, cleaning, repairing, and much more; and as such will be of utility to antiques dealers and collectors alike. Contents include: "Useful Hints", "Staining Floorboards", "Cleaning Furniture", "Polish", "To Remove White Marks from Mahogany", "Hints on Furnishing", "Schemes for Sitting Rooms", "Scheme for Dainty Bedroom", "A Few Hints on Faked Antiques", "Goods Taken in Part Exchange", "Repairs", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of furniture.

This vintage book is a wonderful and beginner-friendly guide to making wooden toys. Making wooden toys can be a cost-effective and rewarding process for both parent and child. Profusely illustrated and full of simple instructions, this timeless volume is highly recommended for those wishing to save money and introduce children to creative process at the same time. ¿Make it Yourself - Simple Wooden Toys¿ would make for a fantastic addition to family collections, and is not to be missed by collectors. Contents include: ¿Tools¿, ¿Materials¿, ¿Necessary Materials¿, ¿Play Tiles¿, ¿Marking out the Shapes¿, ¿Sledge and Bricks¿, ¿Scottie on Wheels¿, ¿Small Sailing Boat¿, ¿Streamlines Locomotive¿, ¿Wooden Wheels and Rollers¿, ¿Painting Wooden Toys¿, ¿Holding Parts for Painting¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of toys.

To be successful in woodwork construction, the possession of two secrets is essential ¿ to know the right joint to use, and to know how to make that joint in the correct way. It is to these ends that this text will help not only the beginner who wishes preliminary instruction, but also the expert who desires guidance over ground hitherto unexplored by him. This antique text provides concise yet comprehensive information on joints, how they are set out, how they are made, and where they are used, including a plethora of detailed and extremely helpful illustrations. The chapters contained herein include: Mortise and Tenon Joints, ¿Lap¿ Joints, Dovetail Joints, ¿Glue¿ Joints, Scraping Joints, and Circular Joints. This text has been elected for modern republication due to the timeless nature of the information contained herein, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on wood working.

Post & Beam Timber Framing Uncovered! Full timber framing is a thing of the past, generally speaking. The art of hybrid timber framing is a must read for owners, architects, and builders who want to influence the look and feel of their projects using exposed beam construction. Hybrid timber framing utilizes post & beam as well as modern & historical timber framing systems to create the ideal timber experience in a home or structure. Design is not held back by the constraints of traditional stick-built homes, or full timber frames. With this flexibility, the design must be carefully considered before the build starts. With Hybrid Timber Framing, your options are many, but initial decisions have a massive impact on final result and satisfaction. This book educates owners, builders and architects on the decisions that must be covered during the design and planning stage. It is rich with ideas imagery and instruction to jumpstart your inspiration and planning. However, this book is not for people who cannot or are unwilling to take a little time to learn and focus their efforts on the key things which will make or break the success of their timber building projects. It is a collection of high level techniques, ideas, and tips to avoid common pitfalls and ensure you get what you want with an enjoyable process. Naturally, timbers and exposed beams have outsized impact on the aesthetics of building projects. Adding timbers without weighing the structural and aesthetic impacts can be worse than doing nothing and will magnify any awkward imbalances. For rustic homes, beautiful structures, shops, pavilions, car canopies...the timber options are endless. Timber joinery and construction techniques create masterful look and structural integrity. This guide will help you plan and build it right the first time! Important topics to consider include: • How to achieve optimized beauty by first defining ugly• Where to draw the line with hybrid timber framing• Seven chapters portraying diverse and unique timber styles• How to avoid the over simplified "Hail Mary" approach• How to accurately predict in the cost of hybrid timber framing Arrow Timber Framing Owner, Bert Sarkkinen, is the son of a carpenter who developed a passion and knack for building at a young age. He has experienced multiple challenges in this craft through "trials by fire" to become the visionary and chief designer he is today at Arrow Timber Framing. He is especially proud of his design, production and manufacturing team who he credits to the ongoing growth and company success. This book provides the crucial knowledge needed for every phase of the project from planning to completion. This guide will help you protect your financial investment and optimize the look of post and beam construction. "This is the most comprehensive planning guide to help you protect your timber investment and gain long-term project satisfaction to be enjoyed by future generations. We wish you much success as you create unique, artistic and beauty for your next timber project."

Master carpenters and woodworkers help home DIY-ers build a basic box that can be used and elaborated upon to create more home storage space as bookcases, built-ins and cabinets.

"Project design essentials, toolpath basics, machine setup, bit selection, and more are all explained in an approachable and easy-to-understand format that will have any woodworker maximizing the full capacity of their CNC machine. Helpful practice projects in 2-D and 3-D will ensure that you've grasped the basics of this versatile tool, while a gallery will inspire you to create your own imaginative designs" -- Publisher's description.