<p>Doors can be more than just entrances! They offer guests a warm welcome and provide protection against the elements and unwanted visitors. They can hide unsightly messes, and they can also say something about the character and creativity of the people who own them. Whether you are starting from scratch or replacing a door in an existing building, you should look at a door as an important design element with many exciting possibilities. In this fantastic, comprehensive guide, you'll find everything you need to know to make attractive, functional, and sturdy doors, including: Help in choosing the right design to meet your needs Illustrated installation instructions Pattern and material lists for more than 50 different doors: batten doors, layered doors, edge-joined doors, frame-and-panel doors, screen doors, French doors, and more Techniques for building, doweling, clamping and gluing, making moldings and decorated features, using a spindle shaper, and finishing Maintenance and repair tips With the expert guidance and ideas contained here, you can add beauty, charm, and style to your home with personalized doors. Doormaking: A Do-It-Yourself Guide is a treasure even to the occasional door maker, as it provides timeless design tips that are valuable to amateur and professional builders and hobbyists alike.</p>

Doormaking: A Do-It-Yourself Guide

John Birchard

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<p>Have you ever dreamt of building doors and windows that are durable, attractive, and energy efficient? You can get exactly the look you want when you do it yourself with the simplified techniques, design tips, and guidelines for technical and structural requirements found in this book. Numerous photographs provide a showcase of fabulous finished windows and doors that you can duplicate or modify to suit your needs. The thoroughly illustrated plans and concise directions explain every step in building a variety of doors and windows, including: Laminate doors Paneled doors Window seats Arched windows Round windows Batten doors Bay windows Solariums Double doors Picture windows Even if you are buying factory-made doors and windows or are repairing the ones you have, you will find valuable information on the pros and cons of using high-tech weatherproofing materials as opposed to ordinary untreated wood. There are also tips for adding a window panel to an existing door, repairing a rotted sash on a window, and much more. Here are all the tools of the trade and plans you need for constructing handcrafted windows and doors that anyone would be proud to have at home. Once your friends and neighbors see your handiwork, it may even turn into a profitable sideline. Make Your Own Handcrafted Doors &amp; Windows is perfect for amateur and professional builders and hobbyists alike.</p>

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Doormaking: A Do-It-Yourself Guide

Make Your Own Handcrafted Doors & Windows