The book Woodworking for Dummies was published in Oct. 2003 by Wiley Publishing, Inc. and was written by Jeff Strong. Jeff is a master wood craftsman and professional furniture designer. Jeff has authored several different books for "Dummies" collection, and is known for his ability to explain things in plain, easy to understand terms.
The book itself is 392 pages long and walks the reader through all the essentials of woodworking. Inside you will learn:
- Basics of different types of wood
- How to put safety first in your shop
- How to choose the right tools
- How to set up your tools
- Basics of wood joinery
- How to build furniture such as bookcases, tables, and cabinets
- Essentials of sanding and finishing your masterpieces
- Adding color with paints and stains
- and much more…
Woodworking for Dummies is packed with material to help a novice woodworker get started, but also provides tips and tricks that even a veteran craftsman can learn from. No matter what your level of expertise this book is a great resource you can turn to again and again.
You can take a look at the book and decide if it's right for you: Woodworking for Dummies
Also, don't forget to check this extensive set of woodworking plans to get started on your new project asap.
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