Edited by Stuart Laing
This is a complete course in home carpentry that clearly and
concisely explains all the basic rules and techniquesof good
carpentry - with lots of exciting projects to try them out on.
Whatever the job you have in mind, there are explanations of
the right tools to use, the right way and order of doing things
and lots of tips on how to produce really professional results.
Whether it's a simple repair to a section of veneer, or how to
build a roof, everything you will need to know is here - a unique
collection of information and ideas.
Packed with ideas, tips and techniques
Dozens of projects and hundreds of illustrations
CONTENTS
Working With Wood
Using Veneers : Repairing Veneers : All about man-made Boards
All about Joints
Equipping a Workshop
Basic power tools : Integral power tools : Easy to build workbench
Build a toolbox and sawhorse : Versatile work platform
Walls and Floors
Repairs to skirtings and cornices : Timber panelled walls
Versitile room dividers : Panelling with a difference
Timber floors and footings : smartening up old floors
Doors and Windows
Door and window frames: How to repair them
Hanging doors and windows : Easy to build ledged and braced doors
Louvred doors and shutters : Dutch doors for a farmhouse look
All about panelled doors : Repairs to sash and casement windows
Stairs
Stylish open riser staircase : Staircase repairs : Sturdy stepladder to build
Shelves and Storage Units
Shelves and how to fit them : Storage boxes: 1 : Storage boxes: 2
Built-in alcove units : Build a roomy bookcase : Make a military chest
A cocktail bar ; Kitchen storage base units : Kitchen storage wall units
A kitchen cabinet : A classic Welsh dresser to make
Desks, Tables and Trolleys
Coffee tables: 1 : Coffee tables: 2 : A versatile gate legged table
An elegant tea trolly : Making and fitting drawers : Mini-office for the home
Bedroom Furniture
Bunk beds : bed platforms
Roofs
Gable roof : Mansard roof : Building a flat roof
Maintenance
Anatomy of a timber frame house : Bargeboards, fascias and soffits
How to treat wet rot, dry rot and woodworm
Data Sheets
Marking for a true fit : Nails : Screws and bolts
Hammers and screwdrivers : Saws
Index