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.
- ISBN10 1861260083
- ISBN13 9781861260086
- Publish Date 26 August 1996
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 17 January 2002
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 160
- Language English