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David Charlesworth unlocks the secrets of chisels, simple but sophisticated tools. Properly tuned and used chisels are capable of very precise freehand work. Join David's exploration of this versatile tool. Topics include: cutting single lap dovetails, horizontal paring, chopping waste between pins, tenting, final paring, the release cut, and more.
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Green building -- smart building -- begins with Building Better Homes. Used by thousands of builders, architects, remodelers, and subcontractors, Building Better Homes shows you how to apply the latest in green building science ideas to residential construction. Using a whole house systems approach, learn how to design and build high-performance houses that are healthier and more comfortable, more durable and energy efficient, and more affordable to own. Building Better Homes also presents hundreds of real-world ways to prevent the most common construction errors. The program follows the construction process step-by-step, with photos of construction details, technical animations, and hours of interactive construction content. Web links and other resources help you stay up-to-date on the latest advances in green building science and the industry. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- System Requirements Windows® Microsoft® Windows 2000, XP or Vista Pentium® 3 or faster 512MB RAM (1GB recommended) DVD-ROM drive 1024 x 768 screen resolution or higher QuickTime 7 player (installer included on disc) Adobe Reader 8.0 (installer included) Apple® Mac OSX® (any version) PowerPC G3 or faster 512MB RAM (1GB recommended) DVD-ROM drive 1024 x 768 screen resolution or higher This DVD-ROM disk will not play on stand-alone DVD players.
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This DVD takes you through all of the steps required to create a light and beautiful, yet rugged chair. Using simple hand tools, John Alexander shows how to split and shape the green wood into posts, rungs, and slats. The shrinking and swelling characteristics of wood and interlocking rungs result in a chair that will last generations.
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This DVD contains instructions on the following woodworking techniques: Ogee Bracket Feet: This method begins with the layout of the pattern and cove cutting at the table saw. We show you how to set up the mitering of the feet so that each foot matches in design & size. Cabriole Leg: In this technique we walk you through the method to build these graceful legs. Step by step, you learn the correct way to lay out the pattern, the proper cutting sequence at the band saw and how to hand shape the overall design as well as turn the cup of the foot at the lathe. There is also a Bonus included we show you the process to create these legs using only hand tools!! Along the way we point out a number of simple methods and ideas to insure success. Raised Panel Door: We will begin with an understanding of the parts of a door and how one obtains the sizes for those parts. We show you how to set up and complete the mortise and tenon joint as well as a specific method of creating the raised panel at the table saw.
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Guitar-builder extraordinaire Robert O-Brien has produced 3 DVDs on the craft of hand-crafting your own guitar: BUILD A CLASSICAL GUITAR WITH ROBERT O'BRIEN, BUILD A STEEL STRING GUITAR WITH ROBERT O'BRIEN, and GUITAR FINISHING WITH ROBERT O'BRIEN. See items 28-25, 28-26, 28-36 respectively for further details. 3 DVDS if purchased separately cost $109.85. Buy the set and save 20% ($21.97).
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Simple tools and the correct techniques are all it takes to produce flawless finishes by hand. This DVD combines two videos: HandApplied Finishes: Coloring Wood and HandApplied Finishes: Applying Topcoats to offer a complete video guide to these time-tested techniques. You'll learn about: - Preparing surfaces - Using pore fillers - Mixing stains - Brushing on varnish - Using pad laquer and shellac - Applying French polish - Rubbing out a finish