Step-By-Step Compo and Mold Making
We are proud and honored that our "Step By Step Compo and Mold Making" book has been listed among historic and prestigious books in the Preservation Brief #34, Technical Preservation Services, National Park Services. As of this writing, the Preservation Brief may be found at: http://www2.cr.nps.gov/tps/briefs/brief34.htm.
This book may be used as a primer ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Author: Robert F. Loeffler Price: $24.95 -- ISBN:978-0-9632387-5-7 -- Size: 8 1/2" x 11" Softcover Copyright 1992 - 2010 by LVI Publications. All Rights Reserved, Worldwide.
The ancient process described in this book allowed us to leave our 9 to 5 job after 20 years in the Corporate World. Can it do the same for you during these uncertain and trying times ahead?
Anyone interested in becoming involved in the various aspects of the compo process, or in historic composition restoration, will find a wealth of information in the brief "Applied Decoration for Historic Interiors -- Preserving Composition Ornament," and other recommended reading.
Our "Step By Step Compo and Mold Making" book has sold worldwide, and is a "first" in the industry that assists the reader in the compo process on a step-by-step basis. Written for picture framers, wood workers, antique restorers, and crafts people, the book describes a centuries-old "secret" process previously known only by a select few. The author reveals the "secrets" of this fabulous compo process in this book.
The author and his wife were professional picture framers operating their own retail picture frame shop and art gallery, established in 1967, in the San Francisco Bay Area. He and his wife manufactured and finished all their own frames using only raw wood molding stock (Brit:moulding.) They created everything from simple certificate frames to ornate gilded compo frames, including custom made decorative wood inlays, and unique one-of-a-kind inlaid moldings.
Following simple, easy-to-understand procedures, the reader will learn the complete compo process from beginning-to-end, including:::::
---introduction to compo;
----gathering materials and equipment;
-----list of ingredients;
------preparing the coveted compo formula;
-------pressing and applying ornaments;
--------making three different types of molds;
---------an assortment of "old-time" techniques and finishes;
----------constructing an inexpensive homemade press;
-----------repairing damaged compo designs and frames;
------------storing ornaments;
-------------and more.
Then here is an opportunity to learn the "in-and-outs" of an ancient craft
that will give you a lifetime of satisfaction.
by anyone wishing to start or expand a craft-oriented business.
You may also apply what you learn from this book to many applications
limited only by your imagination.
A SINGLE professional compo sale
should pay for this book.
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