Restoring Antique Tools

Author: Herbert P. Kean
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493054368
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 121

Book Description
Here is the book that finally unlocks the secrets that professional restorers have been using for years. It explains critical (and previously closely-held) restoration techniques in a way that even the most uninitiated can understand and follow, giving the reader confidence throughout and making the art of restoration not only extremely remunerative for the collector, but satisfying and fun as well. There are chapters covering all the categories of tools, as well as a general chapter on cleaning and refinishing. The author explains how to make a bow for a bow drill, how to tighten loose heads on Sheffield and Ultimatum braces, how to make wedges for planes, how to replace vials in levels, how to repair chipped or missing threads on a plow plane, and literally hundreds of other such invaluable instructions.

Young House Love

Author: Sherry Petersik
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579656765
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 337

Book Description
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.

Restoring, Tuning & Using Classic Woodworking Tools

Author: Michael Dunbar
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
ISBN: 9780806966700
Category : Woodworking tools
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Craftsmanship in the old style-here is a way to create it, with the traditional hand tools that master woodworkers have been using for hundreds of years. Made to use all day without raising a blister, these gems can be used in your workshop today, with the help of this complete guide to buying, reconditioning and using classic woodworking tools. First, you'll learn how to evaluate, grade, and purchase the proper tools from the wonderful variety of planes, chisels, gouges, saws, bits, and other tools available on the market. Next, you'll learn heat-treating, refinishing, and sharpening techniques that are invaluable to all woodworkers. And, because many woodworkers do not have heavy experience in using classic tools, the author tells and shows exactly how to recondition, tune, and get more from every one of these fine instruments than you can get from the newer ones you are probably using now. In almost 500 closeup photographs and drawings, Dunbar shows you how to use your classic hand tools to create the finest and most rewarding projects of your life. Book jacket.

Collecting Antique Tools

Author: Emil Pollak
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780961808853
Category : Carpentry
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A comprehensive guide that describes and illustrates over 700 of the most important antique tools, covering all categories from wooden and metal planes, braces and measuring devices, to axes, saws and wrenches. Included are over 250 original photographs, plus many line drawings that show these tools in use. Also covered are: where to find antique tools; how to buy and sell them; valuable tips on cleaning, restoring and displaying; books to read; clubs and organizations to join; common and not-so-common pitfalls to avoid; materials used in tools. A complete and conveniently organized reference guide for anyone concerned with antique tools.

Rescue, Restore, Redecorate

Author: Amy Howard
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683352289
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 478

Book Description
“[The] step-by-step instructions are clear and practically foolproof . . . an essential guide to DIY restoration and antiquing.” ?Publishers Weekly (starred review) Whether you dream of restoring an heirloom to its former beauty, or just want to modernize a flea market treasure, Amy Howard has the design and refinishing secrets you need. Here are all the furniture finishing recipes, techniques, and tips that have made Howard’s beloved classes sold-out success stories, and made Howard herself the go-to guru of refinishing and “use what you have” redecorating. Try your hand at unique painted and faux finishes, and experiment with gold leaf, distressing, and marvelous graining effects. Along the way, you will learn a treasure trove of techniques, as Howard shares before-and-after makeovers from her studio and offers impeccable step-by-step instruction in all that is needed to achieve each look.

How to Restore Antique Furniture

Author: Colin Holcombe
Publisher: Crowood Press
ISBN: 9781861260086
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
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.

Antique Woodworking Tools

Author: David Richard Russell
Publisher: John Adamson Dist A/C
ISBN: 9781898565055
Category : Woodworking tools
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A stunning array of edge and boring tools from Britain, continental Europe and North America provides a survey of hand tool-making from prehistory to today.

How to Restore Metal Auto Trim

Author: Jeff Lilly
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610590273
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100

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Anarchist's Tool Chest

Author: Christopher Schwarz
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578084138
Category : Carpentry
Languages : en
Pages : 475

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The Workbench Book

Author: Scott Landis
Publisher: Taunton
ISBN: 9780918804761
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 247

Book Description
Examines workbenches from different countries and styles and provides plans and construction details for four benches