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Modern Practical Stairbuilding and Handrailing,Used
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George Ellis was one of the premier English writers on carpentry and joinery. This, the author's last book, was originally issued in two volumes; the present edition is a reprint of the 1932 onevolume edition.The trade of wooden stairbuilding has enjoyed a rebirth during the last ten years. Unfortunately, most trade schools do not teach this complex craft, and there has been little published in the field for many years. This leaves the craftsman at a loss, both for available information and training.George Ellis has written a very lucid book on the subject. He covers much the same ground as Alexander Mowat in A Treatise on Stairbuilding and Handrailing (page 92), but Ellis is much less technical and more shop oriented. He includes detailed information on taking dimensions and setting out stairs (geometric, spiral, and elliptical), newels, balusters, brackets; constructing soffit linings, single and geometric handrailings, and wreathed handrail to spiral stairs; and he explains the cylinder method of making wreaths.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Modern Practical Stairbuilding and Handrailing'? A: The book primarily focuses on the craft of wooden stairbuilding and handrailing, providing detailed instructions and information for craftsmen.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is George Ellis, a noted English writer on carpentry and joinery.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in stairbuilding? A: While the book is comprehensive, it is more shop-oriented and may be more beneficial to those with some prior knowledge of carpentry.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is a reprint of the original 1932 one-volume edition, which was previously issued in two volumes.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as taking dimensions, setting out stairs (including geometric, spiral, and elliptical), and constructing various stair components like newels and balusters.
- Q: Is there any information on handrail construction in the book? A: Yes, the book includes detailed instructions on constructing single and geometric handrailings, as well as wreathed handrails for spiral stairs.
- Q: When was 'Modern Practical Stairbuilding and Handrailing' published? A: The book was published on April 1, 1999.
- Q: Does the book provide guidance on advanced stairbuilding techniques? A: Yes, it includes explanations of advanced techniques such as the cylinder method of making wreaths, making it useful for both novice and experienced craftsmen.