Get Back to Basics with the core information you need to succeed. Learn what is important to know in Woodworker's Guide to Joinery from Butt Joints, Miter Joints, and Lap and Groove Joints, to Mortise-and-Tenon, Dovetail, and Box Joints. Learn how to master the various families of joinery - from themost basic butt joints to half-blind dovetails, tongue-and -groove joints, and beyond.
Get Back to Basics with the core information you need to succeed. Learn what is important to know in Woodworker's Guide to Joinery from Butt Joints, Miter Joints, and Lap and Groove Joints, to Mortise-and-Tenon, Dovetail, and Box Joints. Learn how to master the various families of joinery - from themost basic butt joints to half-blind dovetails, tongue-and -groove joints, and beyond.
Whether you want to build your own bed or put a bookshelf together, find out how to tackle your chosen woodwork task with confidence with Woodwork: A Step-by-Step Photographic Guide. Learn how to master the key woodwork techniques, from simple skills to intricate carving, following clear instructions and photographs. Find out how to use hand, power and machine tools and discover the strengths of over 100 different woods. Packed with inspirational and practical craft projects that are easy-to-follow, this is the only book to give you a complete illustrated woodworking course. Perfect for enthusiasts who want to develop their skills and ideal for the beginner, intermediate and advanced woodworkers alike.
Make stunning furniture, shelves, and more, with this easy guide Woodworking For Dummies gives aspiring woodworkers step-by-step instructions for creating successful woodworking projects. Set your sights on creating beautiful wooden pieces, with your own two hands. Woodworking is a fun and fascinating hobby, and you’ll love developing your skills and enjoying the satisfaction of craftsmanship. This book explains, in simple terms, the basic tools you’ll need, the different types of wood you can work with, and the process of creating plans for a successful project. Start sawing, sanding, joining, and finishing wood projects you can be proud of. One-of-a-kind, handmade woodcrafts are excellent as additions to your home and gifts for others, and you can even start a small business selling your handiwork. This For Dummies primer makes this cool activity accessible to anyone. Start a new hobby, work with your hands, and see your visions come to life Learn about classic and cutting-edge woodworking tools Differentiate between the different kinds of wood and select the right materials for your project Become a woodworker with easy-to-use photos and instructions Even if you’ve never picked up a saw before, this For Dummies guide will help you get started—and it’s a great reference and refresher for those who already know what they’re doing, too.
Strong, appropriate and well-fitting joints are one of the hallmarks of skilled woodworking. Aimed at both those new to the craft as well as those with more experience, this book demystifies one of the most important and challenging aspects of woodworking - choosing, cutting and assembling joints. It is essential to approach making joints methodically and this book provides all the necessary information you need to ensure good results each time. Ralph Laughton guides the reader through the whole process, from selecting the appropriate joint to use to assembling the finished piece. Also clearly explained are timber selection, the basic tools required and which adhesives to use. Some of the joints described in detail include: butt and edge, mitres, notched and halved, mortise and tenon, and dovetail.
Inn this essential reference for woodworkers, the author explains everything from how trees grow to getting a sharp edge. Includes examples of problems and their solutions to help woodworkers through their own projects. Full-color photos and b&w illustrations.
The Joint Book features illustrated instructions for over 70 joints—providing easy-to-follow step-by-step directions for creating edge and scarf joints, lapped and housed joints, mortise and tenon joints, miters and bevels, dovetails, dowels and biscuits, and detailed descriptions of fasteners, hardware, and knockdown joints. This book is the perfect companion for any woodworker interested in improving their joint-making skills. This hardcover book with internal spiral binding is 6.5" × 8", the perfect size for carpenters and woodworkers to keep near their workbench or toolbox for quick access.The design of this book allows it to lay open flat for easy and frequent reference. The interior photographs, illustrations, and diagrams make the learning process simple and fun for beginners, while advanced readers will gain insight from the book's useful tips. Within, you'll find: Step-by-step illustrated instructions for making all the basic joints in every joint family—mortise and tenon, dovetails, miters, and more—and their variations. Both hand tool methods and power tool techniques, plus a variety of easy-to-build jigs. How the nature of wood and its properties affect joinery, glue, and furniture design. The Joint Book is the ultimate workshop reference, providing woodworkers with the knowledge to choose the right joint for the job.
Presents an introduction to woodworking, covering wood, joinery, woodworking machines, and hand tools, and including illustrated, step-by-step instructions for five projects.
With the knowledge of only a handful of essential joints, a woodworker can build anything he can imagine... Whether it's a kitchen cabinet or an 18th century highboy, the foundation for all types of woodworking can be boiled down to a handful of essential joinery skills. Once learned, these joinery methods can be used to create almost anything the woodworker's mind can imagine. From the workshop of The Wood Whisperer, the popular YouTube host and best-selling author Marc Spagunolo teaches his preferred, time-tested methods for creating these joints. Rather than working solely by hand or machine, Spagunolo teaches woodworkers how to choose the joinery methods that make the most sense for the task at hand. And, in his easy-going and accessible style that promotes comfort and confidence, he provides several styles and methods for creating each joint. With Essential Joinery, beginners and pros alike will learn to hone the joinery skills that will take their woodworking to the next level.