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Turning - one of the most effective and satisfying modes of ornament, has been employed from the earliest times in constructive and decorative woodwork, and this volume has been designed to assist the professional craftsman and the amateur in practical lathe work. Complete with wonderfully detailed illustrations and a wealth of handy tips and instructions, this antique text constitutes a definite treatise on the subject and is not to be missed by those with a keen interest in lathe-based woodwork. The chapters of this book include: Lathe Turning Small Objects, Tools: Grinding and Sharpening, The Back Stay ¿ Sawing and Boring, Split Turnings and Turned Mouldings, Twisted and Spiral Turnings, Chucks and Face Plates, Hollowing a Vase ¿ Supporting Collars, Turning a Ball, Finishing Turnings ¿ Staining and Polishing, Miscellaneous Hints, and many more. We are proud to republish this text now with a new introduction on woodworking.

This book contains a detailed instruction manual for the designing and making of a variety of tables out of wood. Containing a great number of innovative and attractive pieces complete with step-by-step instructions and helpful diagrams, this book is ideal for anyone with an interest in constructing their own furniture and makes for a great reference book on many aspects of woodworking. The chapters of this book include: 'The Extending Table', 'Dining Table', 'Occasional Tables ¿ Four Designs', 'Modern Style ¿ Occasional Table', 'Contemporary Glass Top Coffee Table', 'Coffee Tables in Contemporary Style', 'Tripod Coffee Table', 'Combination Coffee Table and Seat', 'Attractive Combined Coffee and Sewing Table', 'Folding Coffee Table', 'Side Table', 'For Tables with Skew Legs ¿ Corner', and many more. We are proud to republish this antique book here complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.

"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.

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.