ISBN: 9780282080709 - the paper-hanger's companion: a treatise on paper-hanging in which the practical operations of the trade are systematically laid down; with copious ... of damp on walls; the various cements an (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed account of the techniques and materials used in paperhanging at the time of its writing, from the late 1700s to the mid-1800s. The author provides thorough and precise instructions on preparing walls for paper, hanging various types of wallpaper including flock papers with crimson stained grounds, and even includes tips for the upholstering that could accompany the decorated walls. While some of the materials and processes detailed in this book are no longer used, the techniques for preparing walls and hanging wallpaper remain largely the same, making this book a valuable resource for paperhangers, interior designers, and individuals interested in the history of decorative arts. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…