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This vintage book contains Jiro Haradäs fascinating treatise on Japanese architecture; ¿The Lesson of Japanese Architecture¿. It contains numerous articles introducing Japanese architecture, along with black-and-white photographs of Japanese buildings and establishments - of which many were sadly destroyed during the Second World War. Concise and non-technical, this book is recommended for anyone with an interest in Japanese architecture. Jiro Harada was a Lieutenant-General in the Imperial Japanese Army during the Second World War. Many antiquarian texts such as this, are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Wie der Name schon sagt, ist Backpulver zum Backen gedacht. Auf Grund seiner Zusammensetzung, kann es aber noch viel mehr und sollte in keinem Haushalt fehlen. Ob zum Reinigen von Töpfen und Pfannen, putzen von Silber, entkalken und vieles mehr kann es im Haushalt helfen, statt teuerer Spezialprodukte, die oftmals auch der Umwelt schaden. Aber auch für die Körperpflege und für die Gesundheit ist Backpulver oder reines Natron nahezu ein Alleskönner. Backpulver und Natron einzusetzen wird dir helfen Geld zu sparen, denn sie sind preiswert. Es macht Freude, seine alternativen Produkte mit meinen Rezepten selbst herzustellen und damit etwas für die Umwelt zu tun, denn du sparst viel Chemie und Verpackungsmüll. Nicht nur deine selbst gemachten Kosmetikartikel sind gut für dich und deine Gesundheit. Du kannst Natron auch direkt als Medizin einsetzen. Achte dabei aber immer auf die Hinweise, dass eine Natron Kur mit dem Arzt abgesprochen sein sollte.

This book contains a detailed instruction manual for the designing and making of a variety of tables out of wood. Containing a great number of innovative and attractive pieces complete with step-by-step instructions and helpful diagrams, this book is ideal for anyone with an interest in constructing their own furniture and makes for a great reference book on many aspects of woodworking. The chapters of this book include: 'The Extending Table', 'Dining Table', 'Occasional Tables ¿ Four Designs', 'Modern Style ¿ Occasional Table', 'Contemporary Glass Top Coffee Table', 'Coffee Tables in Contemporary Style', 'Tripod Coffee Table', 'Combination Coffee Table and Seat', 'Attractive Combined Coffee and Sewing Table', 'Folding Coffee Table', 'Side Table', 'For Tables with Skew Legs ¿ Corner', and many more. We are proud to republish this antique book here complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.

Il calcestruzzo è un materiale sinonimo di resistenza e longevità. È emerso come il materiale da costruzione dominante per le esigenze infrastrutturali del XXI secolo. Oltre a essere durevole, il calcestruzzo è facilmente preparabile e fabbricabile con componenti facilmente reperibili ed è quindi ampiamente utilizzato in tutti i tipi di sistemi strutturali. La sfida per la comunità dell'ingegneria civile nel prossimo futuro è quella di realizzare progetti in armonia con il concetto di sviluppo sostenibile, il che implica l'uso di materiali e prodotti ad alte prestazioni fabbricati a costi ragionevoli con il minor impatto ambientale possibile. Le ceneri dei rifiuti solidi urbani sono uno di questi materiali alternativi che possono essere utilizzati come aggregati fini nel calcestruzzo. Il libro illustra le caratteristiche di resistenza e durabilità del calcestruzzo composito contenente ceneri di rifiuti solidi urbani.

"Old-World Galleries" is a vintage catalogue of antique furniture which was on sale at 31, Baker Street, London. As well as examples of antique furniture, this profusely-illustrated volume also includes timeless tips and advice on identifying, cleaning, repairing, and much more; and as such will be of utility to antiques dealers and collectors alike. Contents include: "Useful Hints", "Staining Floorboards", "Cleaning Furniture", "Polish", "To Remove White Marks from Mahogany", "Hints on Furnishing", "Schemes for Sitting Rooms", "Scheme for Dainty Bedroom", "A Few Hints on Faked Antiques", "Goods Taken in Part Exchange", "Repairs", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of furniture.

To be successful in woodwork construction, the possession of two secrets is essential ¿ to know the right joint to use, and to know how to make that joint in the correct way. It is to these ends that this text will help not only the beginner who wishes preliminary instruction, but also the expert who desires guidance over ground hitherto unexplored by him. This antique text provides concise yet comprehensive information on joints, how they are set out, how they are made, and where they are used, including a plethora of detailed and extremely helpful illustrations. The chapters contained herein include: Mortise and Tenon Joints, ¿Lap¿ Joints, Dovetail Joints, ¿Glue¿ Joints, Scraping Joints, and Circular Joints. This text has been elected for modern republication due to the timeless nature of the information contained herein, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on wood working.

Floristry is the production, commerce and trade in flowers, encompassing flower care and handling, floral arrangement, and display and delivery. This guide focuses on floral design¿or, floral arrangement¿which is the art of making flower arrangements in bowls, vases, baskets; as well as making bouquets and compositions from cut flowers, herbs, ornamental grasses, and other plants. This beginner-friendly volume will appeal to anyone with a practical interest in flower arrangement, either for profit or for pleasure. Contents include: ¿Wreaths¿, ¿Funeral Designs¿, ¿Bouquets and Sprays¿, ¿Shower Bouquets¿, ¿Posies¿, ¿Sprays¿, ¿Table and Interior Decorations¿, ¿Church Decorations¿, ¿House Decoration¿, and ¿Care and Handling of Flowers¿. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of flower arrangement.

Simple, practical, and inspiring tips for cooking, baking, and cleaning!

A bunch of truly ap-peeling things to do with this fruit basket staple.

Woodturning is a fun, engaging, and tremendously rewarding hobby that will last a lifetime. But to enjoy it, you have to take the first steps and get started. With this collection of articles from American Woodturner magazine, you’ll quickly get out of the blocks with the best practices on safety, tools, and fundamental techniques. Along with the 18 skill-building projects for everything from bowls and pens to holiday ornaments and doorknobs, Getting Started in Woodturning delivers all the detailed, practical advice a beginner needs. Inside Getting Started in Woodturning, you’ll discover: What to know when buying and aligning your first latheSafety practices for dust collection, face shields, and the shopTechniques for sharpening and using your turning toolsHow to turn, avoid catches, and finish like a pro18 useful projects to build your skills

Key Selling Points: ¿ Due to the surge of makers and hands-on millenials, interest in the craft of woodworking is on-the rise. a.A search for ¿wood furniture¿ returns over 60,000 results on Etsy.com b.Ellen DeGeneres first competition show ¿Design Challenge¿ featured six woodworkers¿ The Maker Movement continues to boom with an estimated at $29 billion in revenue and 139 million Americans 18+ participating.¿ Simplicity in lifestyle, technology, and activity remains a Top 5 Trend in 2015 ¿ Reduces the complexities of woodworking to a manageable and inexpensive collection of tools and fundamental techniques.¿ Woodworking blogs are rising in popularity as younger, less-serious woodworkers and makers promote the pleasures of woodworking and the community. Audience ¿ Makers and crafters¿ Hobbyist woodworkers ¿ Educators, teachers, and instructors ¿ Home schoolers

Put your woodworking talent on display every dayLooking for a quick project to showcase a piece of treasured wood, use up the stock in your scrap pile, or practice a new woodworking technique? In Make Your Own Cutting Boards, David Picciuto, host of YouTube’s popular MakeSomething.tv, provides clear, concise instructions and extensive photography to make even the most challenging techniques easy to understand. Projects range from simple to complex, and the designs can be tailored to suit any style or taste. Best of all, upon completion, each project can be proudly used every day or given to that special loved one on your gift list.Make Your Own Cutting Boards features:15 beautiful projects that range from simple to accomplishedA clean step-by-step format that gets to the pointConvenient tool lists and drawings of each designAn inspiring gallery of cutting boards designed and built by fellow woodworkersSmart tips and techniques for food-safe finishing

No woodworking project is more fun to make than a box. Requiring little material and offering lots of challenges, making a wooden box results in a satisfyingly functional project that is proudly used and displayed or given as a gift that will be cherished for years. It’s no wonder boxes rank as the most popular woodworking project by beginners and advanced craftsman alike. David Picciuto is a huge fan of making boxes, especially with his trusty bandsaw. His Bandsaw Box YouTube videos and his Weekly Woodworking Round-up are must-see viewing among the woodworking community. In his first book, The New Bandsaw Box Book: Techniques and Patterns for the Modern Woodworker, David presents a collection of beautiful boxes that can be easily made with a bandsaw, considered by most woodworkers as the most important, versatile, and easy to use stationary tool in the workshop. Each project is captured in a modern and fresh step-by-step style that makes learning easy while David’s engaging manner keeps the information accessible and light. In keeping with the younger, artisan mindset that is infiltrating the woodworking community, David concludes with his “raises a glass” toast that matches the perfect craft beer to compliment the wood and style of each completed project.