The
New Woodworker Handbook
by Tom Hintz
Softcover
215 x 280mm
253pp
Published by Fox Chapel Publishing Co. Inc., East Petersburg PA USA
R.R.P.$39.90
ISBN 01-56523-297-6
Extract from back cover of book:
If you've always wanted to try your hand at woodworking, what are you waiting for? You don't need a shop full of expensive equipment or the skills of a master craftsman. All you need is a little bit of space, an interest in building something with your hands, and the commonsense information found in The New Woodworker Handbook - a refreshing new guide for the newcomer.
Written by Tom Hintz, a realistic and straight-talking woodworker with 30 years of experience who believes that woodworking should be fun and relaxing, this handy reference is neither overly simplistic nor too complex in its approach. In fact, the book is the culmination of thousands of comments, questions, and suggestions from the many new woodworkers who have visited the author's website (www.NewWoodworker.com) for help in getting started in this craft.
With more than 300 photographs, easy-to- follow directions, enlightening tips, and helpful charts and sidebars, this book makes learning about woodworking easier than ever.
"Tom
presents an easy-to-read and down-to-earth approach to woodworking. I can recommend
it to those who love the craft."
Rob Johnstone, Editor Woodworker's
Journal
"Tom
Hintz covers all the basics in The New Woodworker, Handbook, from setting
up your shop to applying a finish to your project. His passion for woodworking
and his desire to help others learn are evident on every page."
Randy
Johnson, Editor American Woodworker magazine
"His
ease with the subject matter, the lack of pretense and the structured way he lays
everything out... I wish I had this book when I started.
Scott Omelianuk,
Editor This Old House magazine
Photos: Colour
Units of Measurement: Imperial
Contents
Preface
Chapter
One - Setting Up Shop
Choosing and designing a shop area that's safe, efficient
and affordable.
Chapter
Two - Buying Tools
Deciding which equipment you need and how much you should
spend
Chapter
Three - Tool Setup, Alignment and Maintenance
From startup to regular maintenance,
how to care for your tools.
Chapter
Four - Working Safely
Common
safety hazards and commonsense ways to protect yourself in the shop
Chapter
Five - Selecting Wood
How to choose the right wood for a project, where
to buy it, and how to store it.
Chapter
Six - Preparing the Wood
Understanding the four key stages in making wood
straight and square
Chapter
Seven - Adhesives and Fasteners
Choosing and using the right glues, screws,
nails and staples for the job
Chapter
Eight - Joining Wood
A primer on basic joint types and how to make specific
joints
Chapter
Nine - Finishing
Understanding the entire process, from sanding to applying
finishing materials.
Chapter
Ten - Skill-Building Projects
Step-by-step instructions for six projects
that will sharpen your basic skills and help you develop new ones.
Glossary
Index