The first patent for what could be called plywood was issued December 26, 1865, to John K. Mayo of New York City. Laminated wood has been in existance for about 3000 years
May 27, 2009
Joseph Perry is now a member of My Old House OnlineMay 27, 2009
Partner of Early New England Home Designs, LLC specializing in the design of New Early New England Homes. My other love is old British sport cars.
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Experience in Design and Construction of Early New England Homes from 1630 to the early 1800s. My dream house is one I just finished designing. A Colonial (Saltbox) with an almost full shed domer and a Bedroom suite off the rear. Interior is paneling and wainscoating and clay plaster. Fireplace block contains Rumford fireplaces. A standard modification in the early 1800s.