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Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Working with Wood

Publisher: Taunton Press
2005
Andy Rae
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1561586838
ISBN-13: 978-1561586837
279 Pages
PDF
13.9 MB

This thorough guide features comprehensive techniques for handling the woodworker's most favored material. From felling a tree and milling lumber to finishing and joining, it covers every aspect of working with wood, with a special focus on how the unique properties of different species affect woodworking processes. Finishes, adhesives, joinery, design, and bending are covered, as well as working with highly figured material. Valuable information on how to process and store wood is also included.

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Understanding Wood Finishing: How to Select and Apply the Right Finish



Bob Flexner
1996
English
ASIN: B005Z3M3O8
322 Pages
PDF
83.7 MB

Now it's easier than ever for woodworkers to get a perfect finish on every project! This book dispels the myths about wood finishing and explains exactly how and why every finish behaves the way it does.

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Wood Finishing Simplified: No Chemistry Just Beautiful Results


Publisher: Popular Woodwking
2008
Joe L'Erario  
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1558708073
ISBN-13: 978-1558708075
128 Pages
PDF
29.2 MB

One area where woodworkers strive to gain more information is on the topic of finishing. Since finishing is one of the most important aspects to any woodworking project, it can become a frustrating process for many woodworkers regardless of skill level. Wood Finishing Simplified breaks down the various steps involved in finishing furniture, leading to better projects and less frustration. Using only the products available at local home centers, the author explains the differences in the types of stains and finishes plus step-by-step photos and clear instructions show the reader how to produce a quality furniture finish.

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Wood Finishing (Art of Woodworking)


Publisher: Time-Life Books
1992
Pierre Home-Douglas
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0809499126
ISBN-13: 978-0809499120
140 Pages
PDF
89.3 MB

Minor shelf wear on front and back covers. Otherwise, this book is in perfect condition, with no marks, tears, stains, highlighting, or evidence of use; binding is tight and solid.

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Master Woodworker (Art of Woodworking)

Pierre Home-Douglas
1994-07
English
ISBN: 080949504X
PDF
144 pages
43.5 MB


Covers working with green wood, bending wood, carving, veneer, inlay, and marquetry, and introduces useful tools and techniques.

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Mastering Hand Tool Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide on How to Sharpen, Tune and Use Classic Hand Tools to Add Power to Your Woodworking


Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
2012
Alan Bridgewater, Gill Bridgewater
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1616085134
ISBN-13: 978-1616085131
144 Pages
PDF
16.9 MB

Mastering Hand Tool Techniques introduces you to the full range of hand tools from rules and tapes to saws and planes, and offers readers step-by-step illustrated instructions on how to use them safely and effectively. Learn how to outfit a great workshop with the best tools and how to sharpen, clean, and store them. Master such techniques as sawing, drilling, sanding, assembly, claming, measuring and marking, and more.