The Foundations of Better Woodworking
The Foundations of Better Woodworking

Author: Jeff Miller

Publisher: Popular Woodworking Books

Published: 2012-11-30

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781440321016

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Woodworking with Mind, Body, and Senses What's the secret to producing beautiful furniture that you and your family will treasure for generations? It starts with the fundamentals--those essential, yet often overlooked principles upon which all of your skills should be based. In The Foundations of Better Woodworking, craftsman, teacher and noted woodworking author Jeff Miller clearly lays out these basic concepts, helping you understand: How proper body position and mechanics improve your ability to cut precise joins, as well as add efficiency and safety. Just what it means to cut a line. How the wood works, so you can avoid such problems as tear out, splitting and warping--whether you use hand tools, machinery or both. How woodworking tools actually cut and work, so you learn to use them more easily, effectively and accurately. Follow the advice in this book and you'll build the foundation for making significant advances as a woodworker. Your time in the shop will be more rewarding, and your results more satisfying.

Foundations of Woodworking
Foundations of Woodworking

Author: Michael Pekovich

Publisher: Taunton Press

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9781641551625

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"Foundations of Woodworking gets to the very core of the craft of woodworking: laying out, cutting, and assembling joinery for furniture and other treasured wood objects. After an introductory chapter on the basic woodworking strategies that apply to anything you might build, Pekovich dives into a step-by-step, project-by-project description of the essential wood joints, from rabbets and dadoes through mortise and tenons to dovetails and miters. Master these joints--with a combination of hand tools and power tools--and the door is open to create just about any design you can think of"--

The Foundations of Better Woodworking
The Foundations of Better Woodworking

Author: Jeff Miller

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2012-11-02

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13: 1440321094

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Woodworking with Mind, Body, and Senses What's the secret to producing beautiful furniture that you and your family will treasure for generations? It starts with the fundamentals--those essential, yet often overlooked principles upon which all of your skills should be based. In The Foundations of Better Woodworking, craftsman, teacher and noted woodworking author Jeff Miller clearly lays out these basic concepts, helping you understand: • How proper body position and mechanics improve your ability to cut precise joins, as well as add efficiency and safety. • Just what it means to cut a line. • How the wood works, so you can avoid such problems as tear out, splitting and warping--whether you use hand tools, machinery or both. • How woodworking tools actually cut and work, so you learn to use them more easily, effectively and accurately. Follow the advice in this book and you'll build the foundation for making significant advances as a woodworker. Your time in the shop will be more rewarding, and your results more satisfying.

The Complete Manual of Woodworking
The Complete Manual of Woodworking

Author: Albert Jackson

Publisher: Knopf

Published: 1996-12-03

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 0679766111

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Designed to instruct and inspire every woodworker from the beginner to the most exacting expert, this authoritative guide is a must-have classic in the world of woodworking. With more than 1,800 drawings, diagrams and photos, The Complete Manual of Woodworking encompasses the whole art and craft of woodworking. Includes a discussion of all the principal hardwoods and softwoods, how to choose and use hand tools, detailed information on every woodworking technique--jointing, bonding, fastening, laminating, and much more.

Understanding Wood
Understanding Wood

Author: R. Bruce Hoadley

Publisher: Taunton

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9780918804051

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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 Fundamentals of Fine Woodworking
The Fundamentals of Fine Woodworking

Author: Robert Ferencsik

Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9780806942506

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Preparing layouts, properties of wood and how they affect the project, sharpening and caring for tools. Transforming rough timber into workable wood.

Woodworking
Woodworking

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-04-07

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 0744024838

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Get started on your woodwork practice with this ultimate guide to essential carpentry skills, techniques, tools, tips, and tricks. Complete and easy directions for key skills, from simple joinery techniques to more involved woodworking projects, with clear helpful photographs. Key carpentry skills, from simple joinery techniques to fine woodworking projects, through clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs. New carpenters will learn about the essential tools needed and the principles of basic design and practice crucial techniques like wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration. Experienced crafters will enjoy enhancing their skills and learning something new. We’ll make sure you choose the right wood for the job and find more than 100 hard and softwoods, plus their properties, in our handy directory. Put your skills into practice with 28 DIY woodworking projects. This carpentry book will show you how to create home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more. This reference book provides all the information you need to become a master carpenter and have a houseful of fine furnishings to show for the effort! Everything You Need to Know About Woodworking Woodworking is a complete illustrated carpentry course with comprehensive and extensive photos to show you how to become a craftsman. You’ll have all the information you need to start your projects right away with simple step-by-step instructions. It also makes a fantastic gift for hobby carpenters. Inside, you’ll discover: • Tools: Understand how to use hand, power, and machine tools, and choose the right wood for every job. • Techniques: Follow clear, step-by-step instructions to master all key woodworking techniques. • Projects: Put your skills into practice to create well-crafted and practical objects, from a wine rack to a chest of drawers.

Great Book of Woodworking Projects
Great Book of Woodworking Projects

Author: Randy Johnson

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2014-07-01

Total Pages: 888

ISBN-13: 1607651297

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Shop tested expert advice for woodworkers on how to build 50 attractive and functional woodworking projects for all areas of the house from storage for the kitchen and the outdoors, to furniture and heirlooms. An ideal resource for woodworkers looking for a new project or wanting to spruce up their home, this book has plans for projects that can take a few hours, or up to a weekend to complete.