The Complete Manual of Wood Veneering - Softcover

Lincoln, William A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0854420401 ISBN 13: 9780854420407

Publisher: Stobart Davies Ltd, 1987

Synopsis

This book offers extensive coverage of the craft including: selection, cutting, matching and care of veneers, adhesives, preparation work, the use of tools, presses and cauls, laying the veneers, inlaying, edging and lipping, oyster-veneering, parquetry and marquetry, mosaic work. It also covers repair and restoration methods, working with difficult veneers and burrs, all aspects of groundwork and wood bending and shaped work.

About this title

About the Author:

Lincoln has had many years experience in the marquetry and veneer world and over 30 years headed the Art Veneers Company. He was instrumental in bringing the revival of marquetry in the U.K. & served 2 terms as President of the Marquetry Society of G.B.

Review:

This practical manual covering all aspects of veneering packs in advice on everything from matching a veneer and dealing with facings to repair and restoration of wood pieces. Almost 300 photos and drawings supplement an exceptionally clear step-by-step how-to manual which contains virtually everything needed to achieve professional results. --Midwest Book Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Stobart Davies Ltd
• Publication date: 1987
• ISBN 10: 0854420401
• ISBN 13: 9780854420407
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 400