Includes index. "Learning made easy" -- Cover. "Select the best wood for your project ; create your first piece using step-by-step examples ; stock up on the right tools for the job" -- Cover.
Contents:
Part 1. What's all the buzz about woodworking? -- Discovering the basics of woodworking -- Wood you be mine? appreciating wood for all it's worth -- Part 2. Tool time : selecting and setting up your equipment -- Gearing up : choosing tools that are right for you -- Getting a handle on hand tools -- Peeking at portable power tools -- Introducing the big guns : stationary power tools -- Setting up your workshop and maximizing your tools -- Part 3. Together forever : basic wood joinery -- Stuck on you : using adhesives and glues -- Working with wood joints using power tools -- Cutting common wood joints with hand tools -- Making the most of mechanical fasteners -- Part 4. Getting your hands (and shop) dirty : turning raw wood into furniture. Understanding the building process -- Banging out bookcases -- Tackling tables -- Creating cabinets -- Part 5. The grand finale : sanding and finishing your masterpiece. Smoothin' it out by filling and sanding -- Adding color : stains and paints -- Protecting your work with topcoats -- Part 6. The part of tens. Ten great habits to get into -- Ten common woodworking pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Summary:
"Woodworking For Dummies gives aspiring woodworkers step-by-step instructions for creating successful woodworking projects. Set your sights on creating beautiful wooden pieces, with your own two hands. Woodworking is a fun and fascinating hobby, and you'll love developing your skills and enjoying the satisfaction of craftsmanship. This book explains, in simple terms, the basic tools you'll need, the different types of wood you can work with, and the process of creating plans for a successful project. Start sawing, sanding, joining, and finishing wood projects you can be proud of. One-of-a-kind, handmade woodcrafts are excellent as additions to your home and gifts for others, and you can even start a small business selling your handiwork. This For Dummies primer makes this cool activity accessible to anyone"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.