Making Miniature Furniture [Paperback]

John Davenport (Author)

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Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Batsford Ltd; New edition edition (5 Sep 1997)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0713483105
ISBN-13: 978-0713483109
Product Dimensions: 24.8 x 18.2 x 1.4 cm
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 695,450 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #64 in Books > Science & Nature > Engineering & Technology > Production, Manufacturing & Operational > Materials & Industries > Furniture

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The art of furniture-making in 1/12 scale combines elements of woodwork, marquetry and woodfinishing. The author begins with the tools and techniques involved and describes the basic joints - butt, long edges, mortice and tenon. He then instructs in the making of simple items of furniture, building up the readers' skills gradually. With increased confidence, readers are invited to attempt more sophisticated pieces such as a miniature collector's cabinet or a davenport desk. The processes of cleaning, trimming, sandpapering, raising the grain, staining, and using wood-filler are all clarified so as to achieve the necessary finer quality finish for miniature furniture. Additional advice is offered on cross banding, avoiding breakages, mitring, drilling and glueing.

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The best miniatures' book 9 Mar 2010

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This is the best minitures' book I never see. I learn the best methods for make miniature furniture. It's not very easy to find, but it's great, amazing and wonderfull.

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