The Stanley Book of Woodworking: Tools / Techniques / Projects

Your essential hand woodworking book whether youve never picked up a plane before or want to improve on basic skills, "The Stanley Book of Woodworking: Tools, Techniques, Projects", is the handbook you need. It explains clearly how to use the mains tools, from saws, planes, chisels and hammers to braces and vices; then explains with step-by-step instructions, diagrams and colour photos all the key techniques, including planing, cutting and fitting joints, assembling and gluing up and finishing. To try out these techniques, the book provides projects to make six pieces of furniture. Illustrated throughout to accompany straight-talking text, the book is arranged as follows: Introduction: How to Use this book Safety in the Workshop Materials: Softwood Hardwood Man-made BoardsTools: Measuring and layout tools Saws Planes Hammers and mallets Chisels Hand drills and braces Screwdrivers Tools used for holding Caring for your tools Techniques: Layout Planing Cutting and fitting joints Assembling and gluing up Finishing Projects: Workbench Bookcase Childs desk Chest Bedside cabinet Small table with drawer. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…