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by: Andy Charron
Topics include: fall flap, contract with seasonal changes, hinge dowel, vertical trim pieces, maple binding, breadboard end, veneer assembly, ratchet bars, wood movement problems, string inlay, pawl assembly, drawer bottom groove, scuff plate, partition frame, tapering jig, center stretchers, dado head, blind dovetails, panel grooves, clamp pressure, dowel center, drawer dividers, side stretchers, drawer front, consistent gap
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Book Description -- In essence, desks are tables built for some kind of paperwork, yet they come in a variety of pleasing styles. From an expert woodworker, here are plans and complete instructions for building a stand-up desk, a lap desk, a draftsman's table, a computer desk, a roll-top desk, a partner's desk, and more. Features 124 color photos and 79 B&W illustrations.
Excellent information -- As usual for Taunton this book is full of very useful information. It covers several styles of desks, both usage styles and design styles.
There is information on storage design, with different storage nook options based on the expected use of the desk. Information on material selection for the desk based on how a desk is used. Different joinery methods and why they are better/worse for the usage of a desk.
If you are wanting to build a desk, of any style, this would be a very useful book to have.
Fine woodworkers do not necessarily make fine writers -- I bought this book because I wanted to build the laptop computer table. I am astounded by the glaring errors in the "plans" for this table. I haven't yet finished building the table but have already encountered six errors in the plans.
The text is misleading and in some parts downright wrong. In many cases, you are left to figure out your own dimensions.
Do not cut anything based solely on the cut lists in this book. The best advice I could give you is to use the plans in this book as a guide - NOTHING MORE!
Make your own drawings and double - triple check the dimensions before you cut a single board.
Coming from Taunton Press - the publishers of Fine Woodworking magazine, I would have expected meticulous attention to detail in this book. Unfortunately, fine woodworkers do not necessarily make fine writers.
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Desks
Andy Charron
Instructions for building seven classic desks
From drawer construction to design and sizing components for computers and electronics, Desks offers a complete guide to building seven classic projects. Whether you're using hardwood, plywood, or veneer, you'll find the information you need to build a desk that will make your home office a showplace. Each project includes a materials list, the important construction considerations, and detailed instructions.
Desks covers all the construction problems that are unique to this special form. It also explores the design issues inherent in creating space for computers and electronics. And the step-by-step photographs and instructions will help you bring each project to life in your own shop. You'll find:
. seven classic desk projects from laptop to Chippendale
. complete guidelines for creating your own designs
. styles from traditional to Arts and Crafts and contemporary
. step-by-step instructions and clear photographs
Desks
Andy Charron
Instructions for building seven classic desks
INTRODUCTION
1 DESK-BUILDING BASICS
2 LAP DESK
3 BOOK STAND
4 LAPTOP DESK
5 GREENE AND GREENE WRITING DESK
6 FALL-FRONT DESK
7 STAND-UP DESK
8 PEDESTAL DESK
SOURCES
BIBLIOGRAPHY
PROJECT DESIGNERS
METRIC CONVERSION CHART
INDEX