The Furniture Guys Book

Author : Joe L'erario,Ed Feldman
Publisher : William Morrow
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1998-12-16
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 0688137660

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The Furniture Guys Book by Joe L'erario,Ed Feldman Pdf

"The Furniture Guys" are the zaniest, funniest how-to duo on the air today. Watch them on the "Learning Channel" juggling expert furniture and home repair, pop culture hilarity, throwaway historical asides, and sudden swerves into B-movie lore, and you'll ditch earnest old Bob Vila and never give Home Improvement another look. The Furniture Guys Book presents ten projects, complete with step-by-step guidance on stripping, staining, varnishing, upholstering, basic repairs, and troubleshooting touch-ups such as stain and scratch removal. Projects include a pine Hoosier, a Victorian throne chair, a roll-top desk, a pine hat-rack, and more. More than 250 black-and-white photos and drawings illustrate every detail, and a full-color insert displays the finished projects in all their glory. Plus there are handy tips on everything from setting up a work area to sizing up the potential of yard sale bargains. All this, and funny too! A must for the millions who watch them on the "Learning Channel" or who will be tuning into their forthcoming nationally syndicated radio show -- and for any would-be refinisher looking for advice that's as entertaining as it is effective -- this book will find a prominent place on workbenches all over America.

Author : Joe L'Erario
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2005-07-16
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781558709355

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Creating the Perfect Wood Finish with Joe L Erario by Joe L'Erario Pdf

Finishing Secrets From One of "The Furniture Guys" Joe L'Erario, (you'll remember him and his partner Ed Feldman as the Furniture Guys), has some astonishing ideas about finishing: It doesn't have to be dangerous, grueling and dusty scut-work. It can be safe, simple and pleasurable scut-work - with a great-looking piece of furniture as the reward. In this new book, L'Erario shares his 25 years of experience finishing fine furniture while ducking the hard work that most people unnecessarily pour into the endeavor. With detailed instruction and step-by-step color photos, this book shows woodworkers, furniture makers, and DIY'ers how to apply a finish flawlessly.

Author : Benjamin Parzybok
Publisher : Small Beer Press
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781931520973

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Couch by Benjamin Parzybok Pdf

"Couch hits on an improbable, even fantastic premise, and then rigorously hews to the logic that it generates, keeping it afloat (at times literally) to the end."—Los Angeles Times "Delightfully lighthearted writing. . . . Occasionally laugh-out-loud funny, the enthusiastic prose carries readers through sporadic dark moments . . . Parzybok’s quirky humor recalls the flaws and successes of early Douglas Adams."—Publishers Weekly "The book succeeds as a conceptual art piece, a literary travelogue, and a fantastical quest.” —Willamette Week "Hundreds of writers have slavishly imitated—or outright ripped off—Tolkien in ways that connoisseurs of other genres would consider shameless. What Parzybok has done here in adapting the same old song to a world more familiar to the reader is to revive the genre and make it relevant again"—The Stranger “Beyond the good old-fashioned story, Couch meditates on heroism and history, but above all, it’s an argument for shifting your life around every now and then, for getting off the couch and making something happen.” —The L Magazine “Elevates this common piece of furniture from the stuff of everyday magic to something much more powerful.” —Jessica Schubert McCarthy, The Daily Evergreen "Couch follows the quirky journey of Thom, Erik, and Tree as they venture into the unknown at the behest of a magical, orange couch, which has its own plan for their previously boring lives. Parzybok's colorful characters, striking humor, and eccentric magical realism offer up an adventuresome read."—Christian Crider, Inkwood Books, Tampa, FL "This funny novel of furniture moving gone awry is a magical realism quest for modern times. Parzybok's touching story explores the aimlessness of our culture, a society of jobs instead of callings, replete with opportunities and choices but without the philosophies and vocations we need to make meaningful decisions."—Josh Cook, Porter Square Books, Cambridge, MA "A lot of people are looking for magic in the world today, but only Benjamin Parzybok thought to check the sofa, which is, I think, the place it’s most likely to be found. Couch is a slacker epic: a gentle, funny book that ambles merrily from Coupland to Tolkien, and gives couch-surfing (among other things) a whole new meaning.”—Paul La Farge "One of the strangest road novels you'll ever read. It's a funny and fun book, and it's also a very smart book. Fans of Tom Robbins or Christopher Moore should enjoy this."—Handee Books "It is an upholstered Odyssey unlike any other you are likely to read. It is funny, confusing in places, wild and anarchic. It is part Quixote, part Murakami, part Tom Robbins, part DFS showroom. It has cult hit written all over it."—Scott, Me and My Big Mouth

Author : Joe L'Erario
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2008-06-06
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781440317644

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Wood Finishing Simplified by Joe L'Erario Pdf

One area where woodworkers strive to gain more information is on the topic of finishing. Since finishing is one of the most important aspects to any woodworking project, it can become a frustrating process for many woodworkers regardless of skill level. Wood Finishing Simplified breaks down the various steps involved in finishing furniture, leading to better projects and less frustration. Using only the products available at local home centers, the author explains the differences in the types of stains and finishes plus step-by-step photos and clear instructions show the reader how to produce a quality furniture finish.

Author : Beth Macy
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-15
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780316231565

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Factory Man by Beth Macy Pdf

The instant New York Times bestseller about one man's battle to save hundreds of jobs by demonstrating the greatness of American business. The Bassett Furniture Company was once the world's biggest wood furniture manufacturer. Run by the same powerful Virginia family for generations, it was also the center of life in Bassett, Virginia. But beginning in the 1980s, the first waves of Asian competition hit, and ultimately Bassett was forced to send its production overseas. One man fought back: John Bassett III, a shrewd and determined third-generation factory man, now chairman of Vaughan-Bassett Furniture Co, which employs more than 700 Virginians and has sales of more than $90 million. In Factory Man, Beth Macy brings to life Bassett's deeply personal furniture and family story, along with a host of characters from an industry that was as cutthroat as it was colorful. As she shows how he uses legal maneuvers, factory efficiencies, and sheer grit and cunning to save hundreds of jobs, she also reveals the truth about modern industry in America.

Author : Nancy R. Hiller
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-26
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781440350825

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English Arts & Crafts Furniture by Nancy R. Hiller Pdf

"Arts & Crafts" has come to be a name for a style of decorative arts, but just try to pin it down. It's a huge challenge, because it encompasses such a broad variety of work. Early pieces, such as some of those by William Morris, draw from more ornate Victorian artifacts. Contrast these with the simpler, medieval-inspired work of Morris, the austere elegance of chairs and built-in cabinetry by Voysey, or furniture produced by the Barnsleys--never mind the clear Art Nouveau influences in much of Mackintosh's work. It quickly becomes clear just how broad this period in design history really is. English Arts & Crafts Furniture explores the Arts & Crafts movement with a unique perspective on furniture designs inspired by English Arts & Crafts designers. Through examination of details and techniques as well as projects, you'll learn what sets English Arts & Crafts apart and gain a deeper understanding of the overall Arts & Crafts movement and its influences. In this book you'll find: • Insight into the history and culture surrounding the Arts & Crafts movement • An examination of influences that set English Arts & Crafts designers including William Morris, Charles Francis Annesley Voysey, Ernest Gimson, Ernest and Sidney Barnsley, and Charles Robert Ashbee apart from their American counterparts • 3 complete furniture projects that illustrate traits representative of English Arts & Crafts: a Voysey chair, a hayrake table designed by Ernest Gimson and a sideboard design from the Harris Lebus company, England’s largest furniture maker at the time Equal parts design survey and project book, English Arts & Crafts Furniture is a must-read for any serious fan of Arts & Crafts furniture.

Author : Robert W. Lang
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 647 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781607659174

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Great Book of Shop Drawings for Craftsman Furniture, Revised & Expanded Second Edition by Robert W. Lang Pdf

Providing complete shop drawings for 61 classic Stickley furniture pieces, master cabinetmaker Robert W. Lang measured original Craftsman antiques to create these detailed plans. With full perspective views, elevations, sections, details, and cutting lists for each Shaker furniture project, this new paperback collection showcases the heart of the Craftsman aesthetic.

Author : Jen Crider
Publisher : Page Street Publishing
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781624147968

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Amazing Furniture Makeovers by Jen Crider Pdf

Upcycle Your Secondhand Bargains into Stunning Statement Pieces Full of inspiring ideas for seasoned refurbishers and the know-how to get anyone started, Amazing Furniture Makeovers helps you give your antique pieces new life without losing any of their vintage charm. Jen Crider, founder of Girl in the Garage, breaks down everything you need to know about furniture makeovers—from basic chair reupholstery to remaking coffee tables into benches. There won’t be an article of furniture you can’t make more beautiful, functional, and personal. This book makes it easy to transform whatever old or wobbly furniture you have into something better than new. Each chapter walks you through unique projects to illustrate Jen’s straightforward approach to furniture styling and repair, and these techniques can be used on a variety of pieces. Learn to decoupage a bookcase with maps for a classy look. Transfer original images onto large-scale furniture for a style all your own. Dress up an end table with a distressed paint job to add farmhouse flair to any room. Every new technique will give you the confidence you need to get remarkable results on your first makeover—and every makeover after.

Author : Bernard Lefkowitz
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780520918030

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Our Guys by Bernard Lefkowitz Pdf

It was a crime that captured national attention. In the idyllic suburb of Glen Ridge, New Jersey, four of the town's most popular high school athletes were accused of raping a retarded young woman while nine of their teammates watched. Everyone was riveted by the question: What went wrong in this seemingly flawless American town? In search of the answer, Bernard Lefkowitz takes the reader behind Glen Ridge's manicured facade into the shadowy basement that was the scene of the rape, into the mansions on "Millionaire's Row," into the All-American high school, and finally into the courtroom where justice itself was on trial. Lefkowitz's sweeping narrative, informed by more than 200 interviews and six years of research, recreates a murky adolescent world that parents didn't—or wouldn't—see: a high school dominated by a band of predatory athletes; a teenage culture where girls were frequently abused and humiliated at sybaritic and destructive parties, and a town that continued to embrace its celebrity athletes—despite the havoc they created—as "our guys." But that was not only true of Glen Ridge; Lefkowitz found that the unqualified adulation the athletes received in their town was echoed in communities throughout the nation. Glen Ridge was not an aberration. The clash of cultures and values that divided Glen Ridge, Lefkowitz writes, still divides the country. Parents, teachers, and anyone concerned with how children are raised, how their characters are formed, how boys and girls learn to treat each other, will want to read this important book.

Author : Dan Mack
Publisher : Lark Books
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1579902200

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Rustic Furniture Workshop by Dan Mack Pdf

“The perfect guide for anyone working with his hands.”—Log Homes Illustrated. A renowned rustic furniture-maker captures the experience of a hands-on workshop and the simplicity of a popular craft. Comprehensive how-to photos, instructions, and many inspiring examples encourage anyone who can hammer a nail to create attractive and practical rustic furniture.

Author : Cara Natterson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-08-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781683370260

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Guy Stuff by Cara Natterson Pdf

A real pediatrician and the author of the bestselling Care & Keeping of You series provides tips, how-tos, and facts about boys' changing bodies that will help them take care of themselves. Full color.

Author : John Joe Schlichtman
Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-06-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781452966533

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Showroom City by John Joe Schlichtman Pdf

A unique and engaging account of local urban decision-making within the globalizing world High Point, North Carolina, is known as the “Furniture Capital of the World.” Once a manufacturing stronghold, most of its furniture factories have closed over the past forty years, with production shipped off to low-wage countries. Yet as manufacturing left, the city tightened its hold on a biannual global exposition that serves as the world’s furniture fashion runway. At the High Point Market, visitors from more than one hundred nations traverse twelve million square feet of meticulous design. Downtown buildings—once courthouses, movie theaters, post offices, and gas stations—are now chic showroom spaces, even as many sit empty between each exposition. In Showroom City, John Joe Schlichtman applies an ethnographic lens to the global exposition’s relationship with High Point after it defeated rival Chicago in the 1960s and established itself as the world’s dominant furniture center. In recent decades, following trends in global finance, private equity firms were increasingly behind downtown High Point’s real estate transactions, coordinated by buyers far removed from the region. Then, in one massive transaction in 2011, a firm funded by Bain Capital purchased every major showroom building, and the majority of downtown real estate was under one owner. Showroom City is a story of exclusionary growth and unchecked development, of a city flailing to fill the void left by its dwindling factories. But beyond that Schlichtman engages the general lessons behind both High Point’s deindustrialization and its stunning reinvention as a furniture fashion, merchandising, and design node. With great nuance, he delves deeply to reveal how power operates locally and how citizens may affirm, exploit, influence, and resist the takeover of their community.

Author : Haruki Murakami
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307762719

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Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami Pdf

From the bestselling author of Kafka on the Shore: A magnificent coming-of-age story steeped in nostalgia, “a masterly novel” (The New York Times Book Review) blending the music, the mood, and the ethos that were the sixties with a young man’s hopeless and heroic first love. Now with a new introduction by the author. Toru, a serious young college student in Tokyo, is devoted to Naoko, a beautiful and introspective young woman, but their mutual passion is marked by the tragic death of their best friend years before. As Naoko retreats further into her own world, Toru finds himself drawn to a fiercely independent and sexually liberated young woman. Stunning and elegiac, Norwegian Wood first propelled Haruki Murakami into the forefront of the literary scene.

Author : Richard Zulewski
Publisher : Betterway Publications
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Education
ISBN : PSU:000023423657

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The Parent's Guide to Coaching Physically Challenged Children by Richard Zulewski Pdf

Handbooks in The Betterway Coaching Kids series serve as the perfect step-by-step introductory primers for parents and coaches. Written in an easy, conversational style, these books cover all the basic skill-building techniques, rules of the games, proper equipment and first aid. These guides focus on team spirit, the importance of fair play and overall fun. Special attention is paid to developing a child's confidence and self-esteem, as well -- that all important key to success. All books are heavily illustrated, filled with creative tips for working with children and personal anecdotes. The Betterway Coaching Kids handbooks offer sound advice for all coaches.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 976 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Trademarks
ISBN : PSU:000066192183

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Official Gazette of the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Anonim Pdf