Woodworking - General & Miscellaneous, Woodworking - Tools & Equipment, Home Tools, Home Woodworking
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Overview
With this classic guide, woodworkers will learn what wood species best complement their projects-and they'll gain the confidence to get exactly what they want when they buy lumber. Highlighted information includes:large photographs that show the color and grain of more than 70 species of wood
specific information about each type of wood, including its common uses, how it glues and how it takes a finish
wood selection guidelines, to help avoid problem lumber
a look at forestry practices that helps woodworkers buy from responsible lumber suppliers
Editorials
Booknews
A lovely little handbook, heavily illustrated with excellent color photos of 74 specimen boards and in detail, the wood when finished. The small text describes the characteristics of the wood, uses, and workability. Delightful browsing. Published by Betterway Books, 1507 Dana Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45207. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
September 1, 1996
Publisher
Popular Woodworking Books
Pages
128
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781558704275