Practical Woodworker: A comprehensive course in working with wood, shown in 1200 detailed step-by-step photographs and diagrams with clear and easy-to-follow instructions - Softcover

Stephen Corbett

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1782142681 ISBN 13: 9781782142683

Publisher: Hermes House, 2018

Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to learning new woodworking skills, mastering jointmaking, advanced techniques and fine wood finishing, this book demonstrates the basic techniques, providing a solid foundation on which to build your skills and knowledge. Learn about your material with a useful guide to using softwood and hardwood, and all about hand tools and power tools what you need to start with and how to use them safely, as well as practical advice on setting up your own workshop at home. The book covers all the ways of jointing furniture a beginner will need. It also provides information on advanced techniques, such as carving and woodturning, plus instructions on finishing wood, varnishing and French polishing. There are 20 practical projects, including a simple magazine rack, a classic mirror frame and an elegant ash table. With step-by-step instructions and over 1200 photographs and diagrams, this is an essential guide to creating beautiful objects with wood.

About this title

About the Author

Stephen Corbett is a professional woodworking designer who makes beautiful furniture and plans home improvements, storage solutions and major design installations. He contributes regularly to woodworking magazines as a technical consultant.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hermes House
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1782142681
• ISBN 13: 9781782142683
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256