Illustrated guide to furniture repair & refinishing
Edition: First [edition].
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Published: 2012
Place of publication: East Petersburg
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781565235274
Subjects: Repairing; Furniture finishing; CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Woodwork; Amateurs' manuals; HOUSE & HOME / Furniture; Furniture
Description: "Learn how to fix old furniture like a pro with this comprehensive handbook. Whether you need to repair a wobbly table or refinish a chair, this book provides the practical information you need to identify the problem, disassemble the furniture, make the repair, reassemble, and refinish. An excellent section on finishing teaches how to identify the original finish, change the color, varnish, antique, and more"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: Part 1: RepairsRestoring Basics: Disassembling FurnitureRestoration TechniquesMinor RepairsRemedies for Bruised and Bent WoodRepairing DentsFilling Edges, Corners and Contoured SurfacesMending VeneerGrafting in a PatchReplacement PartsTable Repairs: Cures for Ailing TablesSealing a Crack in a Table TopRepairing Chairs: Strengthening Chair JointsPegs and Splints for a BreakReweaving Chair SeatsReupholstering Chair SeatsCasework Repairs: Mending Worn CabinetsRepairing Bed FramesRefinishing Surface and Finish Repairs:Stripping FinishesRemoving a Finish with ChemicalsMechanical RemovalRefinishing: Sanding by HandScrapingRaising the GrainFilling the GrainChanging the Color of the WoodApplying a StainBleaching WoodApplying a Protective Finish: Rubbing Out a FinishAntique FinishesAntiquingPart 2: ReupholsteringReupholstering Furniture: Tightening a Sagging Chair SeatTaking Off the UpholsteryRebuilding the Seat and BackCovering the Structure with BurlapMaking the New CoverAttaching the FabricRestoring a Loose CushionGlossaryIndex.