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Unpainted Crown Cap Handrail

This crown cap handrail was left unpainted so that the grain and beauty of the wood can be seen, with this in mind I took my time selecting the wood for a clean straight grain without any knots. The sweep from the bottom of the stairs to the top is unbroken therefore there are noContinue reading “Unpainted Crown Cap Handrail”

Stair refurbishment in Southampton

The above is a boarded stair, as opposed to using spindle’s, this was popular in the 1970s and 80s. It is no longer allowed unless the gap between each board or boards and hand/base rail is less than 100mm (4”) . This regulation applies to spindles as well. The regulation prevents the potential for youngContinue reading “Stair refurbishment in Southampton”

Carpenter’s Tools of the trade

I know of no other trade except perhaps a good all-round mechanic who requires so many tools in order to undertake their work. A brief look at online suppliers or trade catalogues will reinforce this statement. However, there are tools and then there are quality tools that to those in the trade hold a certainContinue reading “Carpenter’s Tools of the trade”

Carpentry reference: The Carpenter’s and Joiners Assistant

The Carpenter and Joiner assistant by J Newlands 1860

Carpentry reference: Modern Practical joinery by G.Ellis

Model Practical Joinery by G Ellis , second edition 1925

Carpenter’s reference: Architects standard catalogue

The Architects standard catalogues, 9th edition 1939-41

Porch replacement in Southampton

Rot had set in at the base of this post, a common problem. The replacement portion was 800mm long a hardwood key was also inserted to prevent any slip on the joint. I could have also used a stepped Scarf joint which would have had the same effect as the hardwood key. Because the overallContinue reading “Porch replacement in Southampton”

Replacement Gate finished in stain

Replacement gate finished in stain. This is a copy of the original which had rotted beyond economic repair. For me this was an interesting project because it involved some curved work which does not come up that often so it gave me a chance to blow off the dust on the bandsaw and use itContinue reading “Replacement Gate finished in stain”

Driveway Gate in Southampton

A single driveway gate with an entrance door fitted in the middle. These gates are heavy so a jockey wheel has been fitted to take the stress off the hinges thus ensuring that the gate will not drop over time. The door opens independently or the whole gate can be opened as a single leaf.Continue reading “Driveway Gate in Southampton”

Replacement Pergola

A replacement Pergola, the original was blown down after a winter storm. It creates a welcoming invitation to enter into a private secluded back garden in the centre of the city. The various shrubs and roses that embraced the old pergola were saved and will be woven into this replacement and no doubt come theContinue reading “Replacement Pergola”