Originally published by "Popular Mechanics" in 1941, this classic manual is a testament to the ingenuity and dedication of American craftsmen. The collected projects, written by various craftsmen, demonstrate how to build a 10-inch thickness planer, a "swing saw" (or cut-off saw), and a hand-built hydraulic press, in addition to drill presses, jigsaws, sanders, bending brakes, band saws, a wood lathe, and many other useful machines. All of these machines are built with simple and highly available materials, and every project is accompanied by the original instructions, illustrations, and measured drawings. In addition, this vintage reprint offers its readers a unique look into a period in American history--when materials and labor were stretched thin, and American craftsmen were forced to "bootstrap" solutions out of the bare essentials available to them.

Der Industrielle Louis Edgar Andes gibt im vorliegenden Band einen Uberblick uber die unterschiedlichen Methoden der Holzbearbeitung, so z. B. das Schleifen, Farben, Beizen und Lackieren. Dabei geht er neben der Beschreibung der eigentlichen Techniken auch auf die hierfur notwendigen und verwendbaren Materialien ein. Illustriert mit 40 Abbildungen. Nachdruck der dritten Auflage aus dem Jahr 1895.

Der Industrielle Louis Edgar Andes gibt im vorliegenden Band einen Uberblick uber die unterschiedlichen chemischen und mechanischen Methoden zur Konservierung von Holz. So enthalt das Werk z. B. Hinweise zum Schutz vor Feuer und Wasser und erlautert Moglichkeiten zur Vermeidung von Insektenbefall. Illustriert mit 54 Abbildungen. Nachdruck der Originalausgabe aus dem Jahr 1895.

Loaded with complete plans and easy-to-follow construction tips, Garden DIY offers a creative mix of both practical and decorative projects for gardening enthusiasts. Brother and sister team Samantha and Daniel Johnson present 25 hands-on projects for aspiring horticulturalists. From a hummingbird feeder, bee-friendly flower gardens, cold frames, and trellises to compost bins, birdbaths, sundials, and a mason bee lodge, clear step-by-step colour photographs guide the reader through each hands-on project. An introduction to the DIY mind-set explains the positive benefits and satisfaction of building things yourself and provides an overview of the basic tools and skills needed to complete each task.