The Complete Book of Woodworking: Step-By-Step Guide to Essential Woodworking Skills, Techniques, Tools and Tips [Hardcover]

As the title implies, this book covers every aspect of woodworking, from the initial design to a completed project. The first half shows how to set up a workshop, describes the species and types of wood, and covers nearly every commonly used woodworking tool and technique. The latter half offers a variety of plans that include household accessories, furniture, outdoor projects, and workshop furnishings. The well-designed projects include excellent instructions supplemented by clear illustrations and are perfect for woodworkers of all skill levels. If you are going to buy only one woodworking book, this should be it. Recommended for every public library.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

This book seems to turn every woodworker into a knowledgeable and skilled craftsman. -- Woodworkers Book Club, February 2002

This is a step-by-step guide to essential woodworking skills, techniques, tools and tips. For the beginning woodworker or the most experienced hobbyist, this book is of incredible value to all. This book takes the reader from the principles of basic design to essential woodworking techniques to a gallery of 40 complete project plans. More than 1200 full-color photos are included in this book with tips for shop set-up and safety, how to use tools, make jigs and joints, applying finishes and wood selection.

This book was a main selection of Woodworkers Book Club.