The Encyclopedia of Woodworking Techniques: A Unique Visual Directory of Woodworking Techniques, with Guidance on How to Use Them (New edition) - Softcover

Described as the essential benchtop reference tool, this stunning visual encyclopaedia of woodworking techniques is written by award-winning furniture designer Jeremy Broun. The comprehensive volume describes all the tools and timbers used in basic woodworking and shows readers how to use both power tools and hand-operated alternatives. There's also a gallery of finished examples including cabinets, chairs and tables. * Craft Focus Magazine, Issue 71 (Feb/March 2019) *

A new, up-to-date edition of the popular and comprehensive encyclopedia by award-winning furniture designer, Jeremy Broun. This unique visual encyclopedia of woodworking techniques is the essential benchtop reference for all woodworkers. Divided into two parts, the first section introduces you to the tools, timbers and techniques that are used in basic woodworking. These are fully demonstrated and described through helpful step-by-step photographs and text, from drawing and marking out; through chiselling, drilling and routing; joint making, bending, shaping and turning; to abrading, scraping and finishing. Power-tool, machine-tool and hand-tool variations are fully detailed, providing you with that much-needed flexibility in your own workshop. Finally, a theme section provides a gallery of finished examples by leading designers of cabinets, chests, chairs, benches, tables, desks and decorative woodwork, demonstrating the principles of design and construction and inspiring both novice woodworkers as well as the more experienced craftsperson to design and create their own items from wood.