The ABCs Of Carpentry - Cincinnati Event

This workshop will cover the basics of how to use hand tools and power tools, and hands-on instruction about simple carpentry projects common to upkeep and restoration of historic structures. These projects include how to put up or replace crown molding, how to replace rotted or badly damaged floor boards, how to replace rotted window sills, facia boards, and wooden siding, and how to rehang doors. David Lyons has more than 30 years of experience in the areas of woodworking and construction. He is retired from the federal government's National Park Service and U.S. Postal Service. While working full-time, he built furniture and constructed a log house for his family. In his spare time, David began to work with local builders and carpenters. In the early 1990s, he started his own custom flooring company, Preston Knob Hardwood Flooring, and worked on a number of historic homes. In recent years, he has spent most of his time on preservation and conservation projects. David is part of the Three Forks Preservation Group, which concentrates on historic preservation projects. Cost of the workshop is $250.00. This includes tuition, written materials, lodging and meals. Participants should bring work clothes, work gloves, and sturdy shoes or boots. Safety glasses will be provided. Pine Mountain Settlement School is located on the north slope of Pine Mountain in northern Harlan County. For more information, to register, or get directions to the School, please contact Pine Mountain Settlement School at (606) 558-3571 between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. E-mail may be sent to pinemountain@earthlink.net.