Woodworking: The Complete Step-By-Step Guide to Skills, Techniques, and Projects

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Woodworking: The Complete Step-By-Step Guide to Skills, Techniques, and Projects
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Tom Carpenter
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:448
Dimensions(mm): Height 254,Width 203
Category/GenreCarpentry and woodworking - general
ISBN/Barcode 9781497100053
ClassificationsDewey:684.08
Audience
General
Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Fox Chapel Publishing
Imprint Fox Chapel Publishing
Publication Date 14 May 2019
Publication Country United States

Description

Get the expert guidance you need to become a master woodworker! With 448 pages, more than 1,000 lavish full-color illustrations, easy-to-follow diagrams, and step-by-step instructions to walk you through each and every phase of the process, Woodworking outstrips all competitors in affordability, accessibility, and comprehensiveness. From setting up a workshop to the principles of good design, how to use tools and essential techniques, it's the only reference that aspiring craftsmen need to start creating fantastic woodworking projects right away. This big book covers choosing wood, measuring, marking and layout, cutting, joinery, drilling, shaping, clamping, gluing, fastening, finishing and more. But where a lot of woodworking books only show you some skills, this giant woodworking compendium goes on to give you 41 complete home furnishing project plans so you can put your skills to use.

Author Biography

Tom Carpenter is the bestselling author of The Complete Book of Woodworking. He lives in Minnetonka, MN.

Reviews

A wealth of knowledge at your fingertips. Detailed and easy to follow. Perfect for the beginner or anyone wanting to step up their craftsmanship.-- "Ron Goldman, editor, Woodworker West Magazine" Aspiring DIY woodworking enthusiasts will find all the information and project plans that a beginning woodworker needs to develop a hobby that will last a lifetime.-- "Midwest Book Review" This seminal woodworking book covers all the fundamentals, making it a useful tool for serious amateurs and professionals alike.-- "Bill Esler, Woodworking Network"