Taunton is a well known DIY publisher and their latest book, Trim Carpentry and Built-Ins is the perfect read for any DIY'er or owner of an older home. You'll find just about everything you could ever want to know about trim - how to make it, how to take care of it and how to add more into your home. As the title suggests, built-ins are covered and there is some great advice in there for homeowners with Craftsman style interiors or even just a few built-ins.
Although the book is relatively small, don't let its size fool you. There is a lot of information packed into its 166 pages. You'll find plenty of diagrams and illustrations to make the projects easier and overall the visual presentation is very impressive. Too many DIY books don't include enough of these, but chances are you won't be disappointed with this one.
Each chapter in the book deals with a specific type of trim or built-in. You'll start off however with project planning and this is an invaluable resource that will help any aspiring carpenter get their project laid out. You'll be able to map out absolutely everything you'll need to do and there are some great time saving tips in this section as well. The book even shows you how to draw your own designs and work from these plans, making it well worth the cover price.
Next, you'll be moving on to the different types of materials that trim can be made of. This is an interesting discussion and you'll learn a lot about the differences and which materials should be used for specific trim projects. If you're entirely new to trim, this is a very helpful chapter. However, even seasoned pros can get something out of it.
Windows are also covered and this is a fantastic chapter if you are trying to restore an older home and want to be able to mimic the trim and keep that old feel even though you are using new materials. You'll learn a lot about the process of designing, making and adding trim to your windows, both inside and out.
The chapters on baseboards and crown molding are also very useful and you'll get some really great time saving tips that can be used on your next project. If you find this type of carpentry difficult, and many do, you'll find out exactly what techniques you need to be using to pull off the job without a hitch. The section on wainscoting is incredibly useful if you are looking for a unique way to finish off a room and give its own unique character.
The next few sections deal exclusively with built-ins and you'll learn not only which materials are best suited for certain projects, but also how to build a basic bookshelf that is much safer than a freestanding model as well as how to make your own cabinets. Overall, this is a book that is well worth the read.
Originally posted 2008-11-26 18:40:35. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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