Complete Book of Tips, Tricks and Techniques, Book

Popular Woodworking has pulled out all the stops to bring you this comprehensive guide. Inside you’ll find a wealth of tips, tricks and techniques for making your woodworking easier and more efficient. Whether you are a novice or an advanced woodworker, this thorough reference guide provides quick answers to all your woodworking questions.

Each section of the book takes on one of these categories in detail:

• Shops: A page-turning tour through the spectacular woodworking shops of seven well-known woodworkers, including Sam Maloof.
• Materials: How to choose the right lumber and when to use sheet products.
• Sharpening: Covers a variety of sharpening methods. Helpful tips for sharp results.
• Tools: Tips on how to use all the primary woodworking tools. Include statistical comparision charts for choosing the right machine.
• Joinery: Includes tips for perfect results in a wide variety of joints. Also has instructions for building time-saving jigs — a dovetail jig, for example.
• Shelving and Cabinetry: The fundamentals of building useful and attractive storage units.
• Finishing: Extensive information on the differences between finishes and how to choose the right one for your project. Includes a host of techniques for finishing, refinishing and finish repair.