Woodworker's Handbook : The Beginner's Reference to Tools, Materials, and Skills, Plus Essential Projects to Make

The complete reference handbook for DIY home woodworking!

• Must-have guide for beginners and experienced craftsmen looking to brush up on their skills
• 5 step-by-step projects to put your skills to the test
• Learn the basics, tools, and techniques of the craft
• Essential information on different types of wood, how they cut, their durability, and which woods are best for certain projects

A complete reference manual for woodworking DIYers, Woodworker's Handbook is an absolute must-have guide for beginners and even experienced craftsmen.

Every tool you'll need to have is laid out along with guidance on safety measures, care instructions, and how and when to use them, from gauges and shaping tools to clamps, drills, and more.

Every technique you'll need to use is described and detailed, from constructing to finishing. You'll learn what type of woods to use for certain projects, how they cut, and their durability. You'll even learn proven methods to repair and restore wooden objects!

After mastering the crucial fundamentals of woodworking, you'll easily complete 5 step-by-step projects that are beautiful and useful items for everyday use, ranging from a dining room table to a bedside cabinet.

Concise and practical, and useful even for experienced woodworkers, Woodworker's Handbook will help you practice and improve your skills—and learn new ones!

Roger Horwood started woodworking at school in High Wycombe, England (the center of the British chair-making industry). In 1969 he moved to South Africa, where he has continued to work with wood, building just about every type of freestanding furniture—both modern and period pieces—in a variety of soft, hard, and exotic woods. Horwood is also the author of Step-by-Step Wooden Toys.