Cedar chests, how to make them

The botanical name for red cedar suitable for chest construction is =Juniperus Virginiana=, or =Southern Juniper=, as it is familiarly known. Commercially, it is sold as “Tennes...

The chest, or coffer, has had a varied existence. Its present popularity was preceded by a period in which new chests were a rarity. Previous to this time—taking us back to our...

It is naturally assumed that the builder of a cedar chest knows the fundamental tool processes, as a project of this kind is no task for an absolute beginner to attempt, hence b...

Variety in design is so essential in cabinet making classes that a number of different styles of chests are presented in this chapter. Although a great many teachers follow the...

Red cedar, contrary to supposition, is not a hard wood to finish. Having a closed grain, it needs no filler, which greatly simplifies its finishing. The outside, and the inner s...

After the finish on the chest has thoroughly dried, any copper trimmings desired can be applied, providing, of course, that the appearance of the chest will be improved by them....

Fig. 74 is from a photograph of a matting box—a form of chest construction not devoid of popularity, as its neat appearance and simple construction make it worthy of considerabl...