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1) Carpentry
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First published in 1916, this volume contains a classic guide to carpentry, including chapters on everything from the fundamental principles to useful formulas and how to apply them to practical work. Carpentry refers to the skilled trade in which the primary work performed is the cutting, shaping and installation of wood. Profusely illustrated and easy-to-digest, this volume is perfect for apprentices and those looking for an introduction to the...
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Carpentry is the oldest of the arts, and it has been said that the knowledge necessary to make a good carpenter fits one for almost any trade or occupation requiring the use of tools. The hatchet, the saw, and the plane are the three primal implements of the carpenter. The value is in knowing how to use them. The institution of Manual Training Schools everywhere is but a tardy recognition of the value of systematic training in the use of tools. There...
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Well over a hundred great churches were build in the cathedral tradition in the middle ages. They are our most important group of historical monuments and embody the finest craftwork of medieval architecture. Despite a great mass of specialist literature and research on other aspects, it was not until Cecil Hewett's work over the past three decades that any serious attention was paid to their functional carpentry or, indeed, to their decorative timberwork.
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This book contains a practical guide for the amateur in carpentry, lathe working, joinery, ornamental woodwork, the use of tools, and the selection of timber. A book perfect for those with little or no experience in woodworking, this guide contains everything one might need to know to get started. Full of simple instructions and handy tips on a range of subjects, this book will greatly appeal to the handyman and makes for a worthy addition to collections...
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New Edition! Everyday Carpentry for Every Homeowner. For today's homeowner, basic carpentry skills are an absolute must. Professional handymen are in rare supply these days, and if you can find them at all, they may command exorbitant rates for work that takes just an hour or two to do. Best of all, modern tools are inexpensive and easy to use, making most home carpentry tasks a breeze to do-it-yourself. Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Carpentry...
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This volume shows DIY homeowners the tips and techniques pros use to get beautiful precision when installing crown moldings, chair rails, paneling, and window & door millwork. It's a book for the serious DIYer looking to elevate his or her handiwork from the realm of basic competence to fine craftwork.
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With an introduction by master craftsman Ralph Kylloe, this manual on rustic carpentry is a superb resource for woodworkers, furniture makers, and carpenters of all skill levels. Here are clear and concise instructions for creating beautiful pieces with unfinished timber, utilizing the unique texture and shape of tree branches, trunks, and shrubs. In addition, rustic woodworking requires few tools and relatively little skill to make decorative and...
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As part of our comprehensive HomeSkills DIY series, HomeSkills: Carpentry teaches you the essential skill of woodworking. At the core of every true handyperson is the ability to work with wood. In the home, the garage, or the backyard, the skill of carpentry will prove useful time and time again-it is the ultimate foundational craft of the do-it-yourselfer. With HomeSkills: Carpentry, we invite you to embark on building your DIY skillset by teaching...
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128 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
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At the core of every DIYer is the ability to work with wood. In the home, the garage, or the backyard, carpentry skills will prove useful time and time again - it is the ultimate foundational craft of the do-it-yourselfer. With HomeSkills: Carpentry, you can embark on the fun process of building your DIY skillset by learning the basics of working with wood and wood products. You'll see how to assemble your starter toolbox and small workshop, and...
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Carpentry is a skilled trade where the main work performed is the shaping, cutting, and installation of building materials used for the things like ships, buildings, timber bridges, concrete formwork, etc. This vintage book contains a fantastic guide to all things carpentry, offering information on everything from foundation making to roof construction, plastering, and much more. "Constructive Carpentry" will appeal to those with a practical interest...
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See how easy it is to build your own backyard oasis. Outdoor carpentry projects using cedar, redwood, and pressure-treated pine are perfect for Do-It-Yourselfers of all skill levels, since the materials are easy to work with, and the results are rewarding. Enjoy outdoor furnishings you can create yourself. Items made with quality materials last much longer and cost less, in the long run, than off-the-shelf items. With classic swings for kids and adults,...
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175 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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"...the projects in Carpentry Made Simple are crisp, clean, and don't require an entire workshop and intimate knowledge of tools to create -- most can be accomplished with a saw, drill set, and a few common supplies found at your local hardware store. Each of the 20+ projects contain lessons and valuable tips on skill-building and design to help you improve as a DIYer as you simultaneously create modern and elegant chairs, benches, shelves, cabinets,...
15) Cassell's Carpentry and Joinery: Comprising Notes on Materials, Processes, Principles, and Practice…
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Cassell's Carpentry and Joinery' is a practical work on practical handicrafts, and it was first published in the confident belief that it was by far the most exhaustive book on these subjects hitherto produced. This text is a comprehensive guide on carpentry, compromising notes on materials, processes, principles and practice, and including about 1,800 engravings. A great book for carpenters of all levels, this book is not to be missed by discerning...
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A true magnum opus, Cecil A. Hewett's English Historic Carpentry appeals to every type of architectural historian, from the connoisseur of cathedrals to the vernacular 'barn and cottage' enthusiast. It also offers practical insight into the structure and age of the old homes and outbuildings of Britain, and will reveal that much timber-work is appreciably older than their owners might think. This book will be a source of pride and inspiration to all...
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Featuring 23 complete home furnishing plans presented with simple, graphic photos and illustrations, BLACK+DECKER Carpentry Made Simple is an interactive introduction to home carpentry: with great designs. Each carefully selected project contains lessons and valuable tips on skill building and design to help you improve as a DIYer, as you simultaneously create lovely, modern, and even elegant chairs, benches, shelves, cabinets and lots more just...
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This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to carpentry workshop practice, being a complete handbook designed for students, apprentices, mechanics, and others who could benefit from training in woodwork. It discusses chiefly the timbers in general use, fastening and tools used in ordinary practice, common operations and processes required for the manipulation of wood, types of the various joints, and more. Highly recommended for those with an...
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This unique woodworking primer teaches boys and girls age 7 and up basic carpentry skills through easy-to-make projects: bird feeder, sailboat, tie rack, flower box , and 11 more. Young carpenters will beam with pride at having constructed useful objects to keep or give as gifts. Over 100 black-and-white illustrations.
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The Little Books Of Big Business series follows four friends in Main Town, USA, on their journey into business. Cat, Emma, Max, and Nick each start their own business and learn key principles along the way. This series is perfect for anyone ages 5 to 105 who aspires to be an entrepreneur.
Book #4 - Meet Nick Frank, the boy who turns his handyman skills into cash. With the help of family and friends, he becomes an apprentice carpenter and learns basic...
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