Short description
Includes index, glossary and chapter summaries.
Long description
User-friendly and complete with full-color photos and illustrations, Woodworking offers a comprehensive guide for beginning woodworkers and aspiring cabinetmakers alike. Beginning with a brief introduction to the industry, as well as descriptions of the tools and materials used in the trade, the book then progresses on to illustrate and explain the hands-on skills that are essential to success in project creation. Step-by-step projects are accompanied by engaging photos and illustrations that walk through the process of building wood products, including tables and chairs, chests, cabinet-making, and more! These projects provide learners with a sense of accomplishment as they demonstrate their skills through successful completion of a finished product.
Review
I thought the text was well-written. It was straightforward and easy to understand. I think that is important given the diversity of the students we see not too technical, but informative. It could enhance my students learning very well. Shannon Brown, Cabinetmaking/Construction Teacher, Minico High School, Rupert Idaho
Table of contents
- SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF WOODWORKING Chapter 1: The Woodworking Industry Chapter 2: General Safety Practices SECTION 2: TOOLS OF THE TRADE Chapter 4: Portable Power Tools Chapter 5: Stationary Shop Tools SECTION 3: CABINET AND FURNITURE ANATOMY Chapter 8: Tables and Desks Chapter 9: Chests Chapter 10: Beds Chapter 11: Chairs Chapter 12: Construction methods SECTION 4: WOODWORKING MATERIALS Chapter 13: Wood Chapter 14: Panel Products Chapter 15: Veneer Chapter 16: Synthetic Materials SECTION 5: JOINERY AND ASSEMBLY Chapter 17: Stock Preparation Chapter 18: Case Joints Chapter 19: Frame Joints Chapter 20: Rail Joints Chapter 21: Housed Joints Chapter 22: Making Wide Panels and Thick Blanks Chapter 23: Fasteners Chapter 24: Adhesives Chapter 25: Clamps Chapter 26: Hardware SECTION 6: FINISHING Chapter 27: Surface Preparation Chapter 28: Finishes and Application Methods SECTION 7: SPECIAL TOPICS Chapter 29: Bending Wood Chapter 30: Veneering Chapter 31: Decorative Techniques Chapter 32: Designing a Project Chapter 33: Fabricating Countertops Chapter 34: Running Your Own Business