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The dovetailthe cabinetmaker's joint for making boxes, cabinets, chests, bureaus, and drawersis the subject of this crafter's companion. A hallmark of fine furniture, this reference lays out, in a straightforward and accessible manner, the efficient and effective methods for cutting full, half-blind, and through dovetails by using hand tools. Upon mastering the basics and gaining an understanding of how this workhorse joint performs, this study introduces the many popular router-drive jigs available on the market today, including the Leigh, Kellar, Omni, WoodRat, Incra, Akita, Sears, and Powermatic jigs. With step-by-step photographs and clear instructions to master the secrets to making a dovetail, this manual is an ideal handbook for anyone wanting to master the secrets to making a dovetail.
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Here is the definitive guide to fashioning writing instruments, with superb photography that goes close-up and clarifies every procedure so that you can select the one that is best for you and your workshop. There are a host of possibilities for the pen maker to express their creativity. Fountain pens, twist pens, tapered rollerball, etc. You can use a lathe, ornamental milling, router in combination with a lathe, and a jewelers lathe. Includes a gallery of finished pens.
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This is a must have book for anyone buying a home. Caldwell tells and shows what to look for when inspecting a house. A excellent book for real estate agents and anyone who wants to be informed before they buy. The Inspection Process; Siding, Doors and Windows; Roofs, Gutters, and Grading; Garages, Driveways, and Walkways; Heating and Cooling; Basements; The Kitchen and Bathroom; and Water supply and Septic.
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Information packed cd that installs a database of 1650+ woods to your computer for fast and easy access. Designed for ease-of-use and searchability. Includes 2000+ full-color wood scans, full mechanical details, and the ability to input your own woods and information. A truly remarkable encyclopedia of wood and tree information. Works on Windows, Mac, and Unix. Includes 1 year free membership to the Wood Explorer website and community.
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Discover the tiling options available for your home, and how to ensure a perfect job youll be proud of. Covers all aspects of tiling, from start to finish. Includes trade secrets, tool buying tips, common techniques and safety procedures. Numerous side-bars offer design tips and options.
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Describes and illustrates all of the classes of structural carpentry known to the author in England, from Royal works to Vernacular buildings. Joinery techniques are illustrated as are structural devices and timber moldings. Hewett has developed and proved his theory from the 1960's regarding the identification and dating of historic buildings from their joinery techniques. This is the definitive book on the subject. 12 plates, 382 figures.