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Understanding Wood: A Craftsman's Guide to Wood Technology
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- 9781561583584
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taunton Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1561583588
ISBN-13
9781561583584
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1721956
Product Key Features
Edition
16
Book Title
Understanding Wood : a Craftsman's Guide to Wood Technology
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2000
Topic
Woodwork, Do-It-Yourself / Carpentry, Decorating, Construction / Carpentry
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
House & Home, Technology & Engineering, Crafts & Hobbies
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
40.9 Oz
Item Length
11.2 in
Item Width
8.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
00-044322
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
684/.08
Synopsis
This updated 20th-anniversary edition of the essential reference every woodworker needs builds on the timeless knowledge of the original while incorporating new developments in composite materials, adhesives, and finishes. Widely regarded as a must-have for any woodworking enthusiast, it offers an in-depth look at the nature and properties of wood, making it an indispensable resource for craftsmen of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned craftsman or just starting out, Understanding Wood will give you the knowledge and confidence to master the material at the heart of your craft. Key Features: Comprehensive Guide : Learn everything about wood technology, from the raw materials to understanding the unique properties of different woods. Updated Content : New information on modern materials and techniques, including composites, adhesives, and finishes, to help you stay current in your craft. Visual Learning : Over 300 detailed photographs and illustrations bring critical woodworking concepts to life. Scientist & Craftsman's Insight : Written by an expert with a true love for woodworking, offering both technical expertise and practical advice. Timeless Knowledge : With over 130,000 copies sold, this book continues to be the cornerstone of any serious woodworker's library., Widely regarded as the must-have cornerstone of any serious woodworker's library, this definitive reference is essential for any DIYer or maker who wants their projects to last a lifetime. This essential reference for the woodworker seeking quality and cost savings, this book offers an in-depth look at the nature and properties of wood, making it the indispensable resource for mastering the material at the heart of your craft. Written by scientist and craftsman R. Bruce Hoadley, Understanding Wood allows you to master the science and maximize your results. By knowing how wood grows, moves, shrinks, and swells, you can: Eliminate Waste: Prevent warping, joint failure, and cracking that ruin lumber and cost you money. Source Smarter: Gain the knowledge and confidence to select and store raw materials, ensuring you get the best value for your dollar. Build Permanently: Apply scientific principles to master cutting, seasoning, machining, joining, bending, and finishing wood, creating durable pieces of heirloom quality. This updated edition builds on timeless knowledge while incorporating new developments in composite materials, adhesives, and finishes. Featuring over 300 detailed photographs and illustrations, Understanding Wood gives you the knowledge and confidence to truly master your material--from the raw tree to the final finish. Widely regarded as a must-have for any woodworking enthusiast, it offers an in-depth look at the nature and properties of wood, making it an indispensable resource for craftsmen of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned craftsman or just starting out, Understanding Wood will give you the knowledge and confidence to master the material at the heart of your craft. Key Features: Comprehensive Guide : Learn everything about wood technology, from the raw materials to understanding the unique properties of different woods. Updated Content : New information on modern materials and techniques, including composites, adhesives, and finishes, to help you stay current in your craft. Visual Learning : Over 300 detailed photographs and illustrations bring critical woodworking concepts to life. Scientist & Craftsman's Insight : Written by an expert with a true love for woodworking, offering both technical expertise and practical advice. Timeless Knowledge : With over 130,000 copies sold, this book continues to be the cornerstone of any serious woodworker's library., Inn this essential reference for woodworkers, the author explains everything from how trees grow to getting a sharp edge. Includes examples of problems and their solutions to help woodworkers through their own projects. Full-color photos and b&w illustrations., The first edition of Understanding Wood was published in 1980 and has since sold more than 130,000 copies. It is widely held as a definitive reference work and the cornerstone of every woodworker's library. Now, Bruce Hoadley's comprehensive guide to wood technology has been revised and updated in this 20th-anniversary edition of a classic. New information on composite materials, adhesives, and finishes brings this book into the 21st century, while more than 300 photographs bring important visual information to life. This edition covers the nature of wood and its properties, the basics of wood technology, and the woodworker's raw materials. Understanding Wood was written for woodworkers by a scientist with a love of woodworking. It will be sought after by craftsmen and collectors alike.
LC Classification Number
TT180.H59 2000
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