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Modern Practical Joinery: A Treatise on the Practice of Joiner's Work by Hand and Machine, for the Use of Workmen, Architects, Builders, and Machinists

George Ellis
Here is how to make doors, windows, shutters, frames, showcases, and anything else with joints. This reprint of the 1908 edition is one of the finest woodworking books ever written. Covering both hand and machine work, it is a treasure trove of information for woodworkers, restorationists, finish carpenters, and furniture makers. Contains many fine drawings.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

1. Hand Tools
2. Workshop Appliances
3. Workshop Practice
4. The Steel Square in Joinery
5. Joinery Machines
6. Machine Shop Practice & Methods of Using Machines
7. Preparation of Work for Machining
8. Joints
9. Doors & Panelling
10. Door Frames, Linings, & Finishings
11. Windows, Fittings, & Finishings
12. Shutters, Blinds & Finishings
13. Shop Fronts & Shop Fittings
14. Air-Tight Case Work
15. Fittings for Banks, Museums, Libraries, & Churches
16. Shaped, Curved, & Bevelled Work
17. Miscellaneous Fittings & Fitments
18. Stairbuilding
19. The Theory of Handrailing
20. Handrailing-- Practice Work
21. Mouldings
22. Foreman's Work
23. Fixing Joiners' Work
24. Notes on Timber
25. Description of Woods Used in Joinery

486 pgs, 6x9, illus, softcover
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