This is a fully illustrated guide to furniture repair and restoration. All woodworking techniques likely to be needed are explained in detail and related to different styles of furniture. These techniques range from making varying types of joint, to glueing and fastening, carving, replacing veneer, woodturning and steaming wood to shape. There are also chapters on finishing, including preparation of wood and methods of applying the finishes.
"To say that this book is COMPREHENSIVE IS A MAJOR UNDERSTATEMENT. The author has covered practically every problem facing even the most skilled restorer!" ---Woodworker [from the book of the back cover]
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