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MikeN

09:42PM | 04/15/01
Member Since: 04/15/01
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Looking for a comprehensive finishing carpentry book...

Tags: Tools & Workshop
Hello All,
I would like to dress up my home with some window treatements I saw in a model home.
The drywall opening for the window was cased with some fluted 1x4's, plint blocks, and some crown molding looking shelf above the window. I am searching for a book(s) which covers those sorts of finishings and additionally how to properly do crown moldings. Also, any suggestions on a beginning router book would be appreciated. My level of experience is beginner to intermediate. I've been to Amazon.com but would like suggestions from someone who is experienced. Could someone suggest such a book(s)

Paul in Toronto

02:52PM | 10/12/01
Member Since: 10/07/01
51 lifetime posts
I recently bought a book that might interest you. The name of the book is "Trim Carpentry Techniques" by Craig Savage. The book is published by The Taunton Press. There is also a companion video available. The book was recommended by a woodworker who writes a weekly column for a Toronto newspaper. I found the book to be excellent, lots of tips and great information. I hope this helps.

DH

03:43PM | 10/12/01
Member Since: 09/23/01
242 lifetime posts
Go to one of the larger retail booksellers, and look thru there selection of carpentry books. Also browse the magazines and look for "Fine Homebuilding" by Taunton Press while your there.
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