The eighteenth century is rightly spoken of as the 'Golden Age of furniture-making', with some of the world's most impressive and exquisite furniture having been produced during this time. This lovely little book contains a detailed treatise on the eighteenth century furniture styles from Baroque to Rococo. A wonderful book full of detailed photographs and intricate descriptions, this text will be of great value to those with an interest in historical furniture and is not to be missed by t...

This fascinating little book contains a treatise on furniture from around the world, all produced in the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Complete with detailed illustrations and comprehensive information on aspects such as history, manufacturing, and popularity, this book constitutes a veritable must-read for anyone with an interest in the history of furniture and makes for a great addition to collections of such literature. This text has been chosen for modern republication due to its ti...

This guide will assist you through the various stages of poker table design and construction from start to finish along with extra information for added upgrades and modifications.These design plans will set your table apart from the rest with the flexibility of having a completely removable padded rail which allows for no fuss cleaning and maintenance, just like the professional poker tables in the casinos!The guide is easy to follow and is full of large, high quality pict...

This book contains a treatise on French furniture from the renaissance to the Empire style. A fascinating book full of detailed photographs and interesting information, this text will greatly to appeal to anyone with an interest in French furniture and is sure to be of considerable value to collectors of antiquarian furniture literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Introduction', 'French Renaissance', 'Provincial French', 'The Regal Age Of Louis XVI', 'Regency', 'France: After Loui...

This text contains a detailed, illustrated catalogue of some of Thomas Chippendale's most notable furniture designs, coupled with an informative and fascinating biography of the famous cabinet-maker. A wonderful little text that will surely appeal to those with a keen interest in Chippendale's designs and the history of vintage furniture in general, this text constitutes a worthy addition to collections of such literature and is not to be missed by the discerning furniture enthusiast. This...

In this rich illustrated book, book we are going to present furniture styles, starting from the beginning of civilization up to the modern era.Considering the entire development of furniture styles, we can notice two different approaches in furniture design: classical and romantic.Classicism, with its roots in ancient times, is characterized by symmetrical lines, seriousness, elegant appearance, as well as by controlled and balanced form. The best example of classical style i...

This book contains a detailed treatise on English oak cupboards and sideboards. Including a wealth of information covering topics such as history, design, use, evolution, and much more, this comprehensive text constitutes the definitive resource on the subject. This is a book that will be of considerable value to anyone with an interest in the history of furniture, and makes for a great addition to collections of such literature. The sections of this book include: 'Cupboards and Sideboards...

This text contains a concise and detailed guide to the art of French polishing. Complete with helpful diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions, this guide is perfect for those with little or no experience in French polishing and makes for a great addition to collections of DIY literature. The sections of this book include: 'Shellac', 'What French Polishing Is', 'The Polishing Workshop', 'The Polishing Rubber', 'Preparing Surfaces', 'Preparing New Wood', 'Wax Stopping', 'Fillers and Filling...

This text contains a detailed introduction to French furniture, popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. A fascinating treatise, detailing some of the most beautiful and ornate furniture ever produced, this antique book will be of considerable value to collectors of furniture literature and those with an interest in the breath-taking endeavours of France's artisan furniture makers. Complete with an array of beautiful illustrations, this book is one of a kind and not to be misse...

The ingenious team at IkeaHackers.net show you how to transform affordable IKEA products into creative new furniture and more!Jules Yap and the contributors to her wildly popular website IkeaHackers.net show you how to transform affordable IKEA® products into creative new furniture and more. With clear instructions and easy-to-follow photos, you're sure to have fun building these exciting hacks, including: • Kitchen Island• Dollhouse• Vanity• Built-In Home Office• Mudroom Bench

Contained within this antiquarian book is a detailed and concise look at the furniture of the illustrious cabinet-maker, Thomas Chippendale. Chippendale furniture is some of the most famous and sought after ever produced, and this text takes a look at a number of its most exquisite pieces and the man behind the designs. Including detailed descriptions, comments on history and development, and insightful information about Thomas Chippendale, this text constitutes a must-have for those with ...

Contained within this antique book is a comprehensive guide to finishing furniture, including information on spraying, and opaque and transparent finishes. A book of timeless practical value, this text contains everything one might need to know about finishing furniture, written in a detailed yet accessible manner, perfect for the amateur. The chapters of this book include: Introduction to Finishing, Spraying, Furniture Finishing Technique, Opaque Finishes, Transparent Finishes, Staining, ...