Upholstery: A Complete Course : Chairs, Sofas, Ottomans, Screens and Stools - Couverture souple

James, David

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1861081189 ISBN 13 : 9781861081186

Editeur : Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

A survey of upholstery techniques and materials, which describes everything from traditional handwork to industrial techniques, to provide a complete overview of the upholstery trade. Line drawings by the author illustrate the text at every step, and five small upholstery projects are included.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

In this second updated edition, David James provides an encyclopaedic guide to the techniques and materials involved in upholstery. The book covers everything from traditional handwork to the latest industrial techniques, giving a complete overview of the upholstery trade. Five step-by-step projects are included to enable readers to put a few of the techniques explained into practice. Almost 500 detailed line drawings created by the author illustrate every aspect covered in the text. The book also includes detailed advice on costing for materials for the budding professional. The restorer will find a wealth of material on historical styles and techniques. This new edition includes an updated bibliography and contacts section to ensure its relevance and UK and US upholstery terms have been added.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd
• Date d'édition: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1861081189
• ISBN 13: 9781861081186
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 320
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible