How to Restore Antique Furniture
| Author | : Colin Holcombe |
| Publisher | : Crowood Press |
| Total Pages | : 128 |
| Release | : 1997-02-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 1861260083 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781861260086 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (086 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis How to Restore Antique Furniture by : Colin Holcombe
Download or read book How to Restore Antique Furniture written by Colin Holcombe and published by Crowood Press. This book was released on 1997-02-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning with a history of furniture construction covering various periods, this is a guide to the practical care and repair of a range of furniture types. It discusses the qualities and applications of most wood types the restorer will encounter. Topics covered include: processes for dismantling furniture; removal of old nails, screws and releasing old glues; repairs to dowel, knuckel, mortice and tenon joints; repairing damage turnings; tackling veneers and marquetry and advice on restoring glass, keys and locks.
