Restoring Antique Furniture

Restoring Antique Furniture
Author: Richard A. Lyons
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2000-05-16
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486409546

If you're one of the many people who like to buy and restore antique furniture, then this is the book for you! Brimming with tips and advice from a skilled craftsman and teacher, this profusely illustrated woodworking guide will enable you to determine the age of an antique, assess its quality, and learn how to restore and preserve it effectively and profitably. Focusing on American furniture made between 1750 and 1850, the author explains how to repair construction joints, replace lost hardware, strengthen fractured parts, cover damaged areas, and much more. In addition, readers will find clear, step-by-step instructions for restoring an early rocker and chest of drawers, repairing a table leg, constructing a drawer using a dovetail joint, replacing the swing rail on a gateleg table, forming a molding, and more. Numerous examples, with over 250 illustrations and photographs, include such restored pieces of furniture as a Shaker tilt-top table, c. 1810; a cherry chest of drawers, c. 1800–20; an American Empire secretary, c. 1825; a primitive chest, c. 1840; and a country cupboard, c. 1850. Hobbyists, collectors, dealers, and woodworkers will find this excellent guide contains not only the clear, practical directions they need, but also indispensable advice on avoiding mistakes commonly made in the restoration process.

Repairing and Restoring Antique Furniture

Repairing and Restoring Antique Furniture
Author: John Rodd
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998-03-31
Genre: Antiques
ISBN: 9780715306840

First published in 1954 as The Repair and Restoration of Antique Furniture, this work has been revised, expanded and reillustrated by V.J. Taylor, and is aimed at woodworkers, owners of traditionally crafted furniture, and antiques enthusiasts. It explains to the layman the professionals' techniques for repairing damaged furniture and restoring it authentically to prime condition. It describes systematically the six basic steps - dismantling, cleaning joints, restoring components, gluing up, levelling and sandpapering, and colouring and polishing. Included are not only the solutions to typical problems, but also some of the methods which the author devised to overcome more unusual difficulties.

A Step-by-step Guide to Restoring & Repairing Furniture

A Step-by-step Guide to Restoring & Repairing Furniture
Author: Chris Jarrey
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (CA)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Furniture
ISBN: 9781571452290

This practical guide is loaded with professional tips and tricks from an expert in the field. Every aspect of furniture restoration, repair, and maintenance is covered. Whether you want to restore a favorite dresser, replace a rush seat, or put the bounce back in an overstuffed sofa the clearly illustrated, step-by-step projects give you the know-how and confidence to get great results.

Restoration House

Restoration House
Author: Kennesha Buycks
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2019-04-30
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 0310092183

You don't have to live in your dream house to make your living spaces feel more like home. Home is meant to be a place to belong. A place to gather and connect. A place of beauty. A place to restore your soul. In Restoration House, author and designer Kennesha Buycks will encourage you to embrace your home and your story so you can create mindful spaces that give life to you, your loved ones, and all who enter. Tips from Restoration House have been featured in Better Homes and Garden, Apartment Therapy, Design Sponge, and The Washington Post. Kennesha will teach you how to: Make the best out of your living space, whether you're renting or a homeowner Create a home your visitors will feel comfortable in Decorate your home on a budget Make purposeful design decisions that are beautiful and functional Restoration House is ideal for: Christian women of all ages who want to make their houses feel more like home Housewarming gifts, Mother's Day, birthdays, and holiday gifting

Ultimate Guide to Furniture Refinishing & Repair, 2nd Revised Edition

Ultimate Guide to Furniture Refinishing & Repair, 2nd Revised Edition
Author: Brian Hingley
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 705
Release: 2021-10-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607657457

Written by furniture repair expert and authority in the field, Brian D. Hingley Provides shop-tested and approved methods, as well as helpful information on tools and supplies Learn to remove or restore old finishes, refurbish warped wood, make structural repairs, and more Includes more than 500 step-by-step instructions, photographs, and drawings A go-to guide to repair, renovate, and refinish furniture

Discovering and Restoring Antique Furniture

Discovering and Restoring Antique Furniture
Author: Michael Bennett
Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
Total Pages: 157
Release: 1996-04-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780304347407

'Discovering and Restoring Antique Furniture' is a highly practical illustrated guide to providing essential and detailed information on the most commonly encountered problems in furniture restoration and conservation. All stages are clearly explained and generously illustrated with black and white pictures and colour photographs and line drawings.

The Weekend Refinisher

The Weekend Refinisher
Author: Bruce E. Johnson
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
Total Pages: 305
Release: 1989
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 034535866X

Step by Step Guide to making the most of your furniture.

Rescue, Restore, Redecorate

Rescue, Restore, Redecorate
Author: Amy Howard
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 478
Release: 2018-05-08
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1683352289

“[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.

Restoration Recipes

Restoration Recipes
Author: Julia De Bierre
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 192
Release: 1999-09
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780811825108

Develop a keen eye for classic furniture and learn to properly repair, refinish, and refurbish pieces of lasting value. Restoration Recipes includes a host of traditional techniques for restoring wood, glass, metal, and leather, plus upto-date coverage of modern materials and methods. Fully illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions take you through 21 restoration projects with ease. Book jacket.

The Practical Illustrated Guide to Furniture Repair and Restoration

The Practical Illustrated Guide to Furniture Repair and Restoration
Author: William Cook
Publisher: Lorenz Books
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2020-04-28
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780754834977

How to repair loose joints, broken chair legs and damaged finishes: this comprehensive book is an essential guide to repairing and conserving your furniture with professional results.