Synopses & Reviews
Woodworking should be a fun and fulfilling hobby. Bypass the overwhelming overload of woodworking information available, and get Back to Basics with the core information you need to succeed. This new series offers a clear road map of fundamental woodworking knowledge on sixteen essential topics. In Woodworker's Guide to Joinery, you'll learn what is important to know now and what can be left for later. Best of all, the information is presented in the plain-spoken language you'd hear from a trusted friend or relative, and includes: - Joinery basics from simple to ornate - Why Butt Joints are an excellent option for many tasks - Miter Joints - clean lines and more gluing area - Lap and Groove Joints - strong and simple - Mortise-and-Tenon Joints - unparalleled resistance to most joint stresses - Dovetail and Box Joints - practical solution to construction problems The world's already complicated - your woodworking information shouldn't be.
Review
This 190 page book not only covers just about every wood joint known but it illustrates just how to make them. Sure, the standard mortise and tenon joints and dovetail joints are covered but there are variations of these illustrated as well. The author's show how to make an M&T joint with a router, drawer lock joints, rabbet joints, half lap joints and many others are detailed with construction details to go with them.
Review
Excellent joinery skills are paramount when it comes to woodworking and every woodworker must be able to execute precision joinery skills where needed. This book not only covers a myriad of woodworking joints and their variations, it explains how to become proficient at making them. It also includes countless tips on successful joinery through the use of shop built and store bought jigs. Gluing and clamping techniques are discussed along with joint stress and how to deal with it. How to cut perfect fitting joinery on the table saw, table mounted or hand held router or even by hand, it's all covered here, presented in a clear and concise manner with hundreds of illustrations. This book happens to be my favorite of this series and one that I'm constantly going back to.
Synopsis
With a focus on the intricate art of joinery, this instructional handbook lays the foundation for a skill that all woodworkers need. Whether making a simple tabletop or an ornate chest, strong joints give items remarkable longevity and an attractive design in addition to showcasing true attention to craftsmanship. Woodworkers will learn how to master the various families of joinery-from the most basic butt joints to half-blind dovetails, tongue-and-groove joints, and beyond. The clear illustrations, comprehensive details, and compact size make this an ideal shop companion for all woodworkers. Author Bio: John Kelsey is a journalist, an editor, and a writer specializing in woodworking and furniture making. He is a former editor in chief of Fine Woodworking magazine and a publisher of woodworking and home building books at the Taunton Press. He is the author of several woodworking books, including Furniture Projects for the Deck and Lawn and Kid Crafts: Woodworking and works as the editorial director for Fox Chapel Publishing. He lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Synopsis
Get Back to Basics with the core information you need to succeed. Learn what is important to know in Woodworker's Guide to Joinery from Butt Joints, Miter Joints, and Lap and Groove Joints, to Mortise-and-Tenon, Dovetail, and Box Joints. Learn how to master the various families of joinery - from themost basic butt joints to half-blind dovetails, tongue-and -groove joints, and beyond.
Synopsis
Get the straight talk about joinery, including: " The basics of crafting long-lasting and beautiful joints " Why butt joints are an excellent option for many projects " Secrets to cutting an accurate miter joint " Key elements to a strong mortise-and-tenon " How to easily make a wide variety of lap, groove, and dado joints " Techniques to make classic dovetail joints by hand or with power tools
About the Author
John Kelsey is a journalist, an editor, and a writer specializing in woodworking and furniture making. He is a former editor in chief of Fine Woodworking magazine and a publisher of woodworking and home building books at the Taunton Press. He is author of several woodworking books, including Furniture Projects for the Deck and Lawn, and Kid Crafts: Woodworking. He currently serves as the Editorial Director for Fox Chapel Publishing.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Joinery Basics Chapter 2: Butt Joints Chapter 3: Miter Joints Chapter 4: Cap, Rabbet, Groove, and Dado Joints Chapter 5: Mortise and Tenon Joints Chapter 6: Dovetail and Box Joints Chapter 7: Japanese Joinery Glossary Index