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The Complete Book of Woodworking: Step-by-Step Guide to Essential Woodworking Skills, Techniques, Tools and Tips (Landauer) Over 40 Easy-to-Follow Projects and Plans, 200+ Photos, and Carpentry Basics Paperback – Illustrated, October 1, 2001

by Tom Carpenter (Author), Mark Johanson (Author)
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The ultimate step-by-step guide to essential woodworking skills, techniques, tools, tips and tricks.

  • Comprehensive guide filled with information for woodworkers of all levels
  • More than 40 projects, with detailed plans and materials lists for both indoor and outdoor furnishings
  • Over 1,200 photographs, step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams, and illustrations throughout 480 pages
  • Expert advice on setting up shop, safety, using tools, making jigs & joints, applying finishes, and more
  • Projects include chairs, sun loungers, picture frames, mantel clocks, and more

The Complete Guide to Woodworking features detailed plans for 40 stunning projects for woodworkers of all levels, plus more than 1,200 step-by-step illustrations across 480 pages. For beginners and experienced woodworkers alike, this is the ultimate step-by-step guide.

New woodworkers will learn how to set up shop, understand the tools, learn the principles of basic design, and practice essential woodworking techniques while creating home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more. Experienced crafters will enjoy enhancing their skills and learning something new.

From the principles of basic design to techniques to a gallery of 40 complete plans for fabulous woodworking projects, this thorough and attractive book provides all the information you need to become a master woodworker and have a houseful of fine furnishings to show for the effort!

"If you are going to buy only one woodworking book, this should be it."
—Library Journal

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  6. ISBN-10
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An Extensive Resource

Inside these pages you will find an incomparable resource for a vast array of woodworking skills including:

  • Setting Up Shop
  • Making Project Plans
  • Wood Types
  • Squaring & Cutting Stock
  • Making Joints
  • Project Assembly
  • Applying Finishes
  • How to Operate Various Tools

Your Ultimate Guide to All Things Woodworking

Comprehensive. Practical. Essential.

This is the single most informative book on woodworking in print and has countless techniques, tips, and expert advice to offer.

The Complete Book of Woodworking is a staple resource for woodworkers of all skill levels, from aspiring to experienced.

  • Covers every aspect of woodworking from initial design to completed project
  • More than 1,200 full-color, step-by-step illustrations, photos, and diagrams
  • Detailed plans for more than 40 timeless wood projects
  • Tips and tricks to troubleshoot common problems
  • Text is detailed, concise, and to the point
  • Step-by-step expert instructions

"If you are going to buy only one woodworking book, this should be it." - Library Journal

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Step-by-Step Instructions & Diagrams

Includes incredibly detailed step-by-step directions for every aspect of woodworking. The meticulous instructions are complimented by clear illustrations, diagrams, and photos to help woodworkers of all skill levels visualize the task at hand. Feel confident approaching any project, from picking out the right lumber for your design, to sanding and finishing your beautiful finished product.

Over 40 Stunning Projects for Woodworkers of All Skill Levels

Accessorize and furnish your home and workshop with gorgeous hand-made bookcases and cabinets. Deck out your yard and poolside with beautiful Adirondack chairs and sun loungers. A hand-crafted picture frame or mantel clock makes an excellent gift for any occasion. After all, there's no better gift than something made with your own two hands!

The Right Tools for the Job

Whether you're cutting stock, making the perfect joint, or finally assembling your project, it's important to use the right tools for safety, ease of use, and the best finished product. Learn which tools to use and how to use them. Find numerous equipment 'dos and don'ts', pro tips and tricks, and expert techniques for even the most seasoned woodworker.

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An Introduction to Wood

Start at the root of woodworking: Trees. Learn invaluable facts crucial to lumber selection. Understand the anatomy of a tree, the difference between hardwoods and softwoods, and many more useful facts that will be your most useful tool in any project. Find in-depth information on 22 different types of wood, from their ideal uses to their workability and best applied finishes. Purchase your woodworking supplies with confidence, equipped with the knowledge you need to choose the perfect wood for every project.

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Introduction to Wood

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Setting Up Shop

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Project Design Process

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Squaring, Marking, & Cutting Stock

Projects as easy as 1, 2, 3

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Preparation Is Key

A complete list of materials and tools you'll need, as well as building time estimates, are provided for every project. You'll be equipped with a fully laid out plan, allowing you to confidently jump into any project you set your sights on.

Complete Cutting Lists

Every project comes with a comprehensive list of every cut you'll need to make, including part, number, size, and material.

Step-by-Step From Start to Finish

No guesswork, just clear and informative instructions for every part of your project.

Editorial Reviews

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If you are going to buy only one woodworking book, this should be it. Recommended for every public library. —Library Journal, June 2002

...a superbly presented, comprehensive, and practical reference... a highly recommended reference for school and community library, as well as do-it-yourself hobbyist woodworking reference. —Midwest Book Review

Book Description

The Complete Book of Woodworking is a comprehensive guide to help you become a master woodworker and have a house full of hand-made furnishings to show for the effort! Set up shop, understand the tools, learn the principles of basic design, and practice essential woodworking techniques as you complete 40 step-by-step plans, diagrams, and photographs for home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more!

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0980068878
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Landauer; First Edition (October 1, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 480 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780980068870
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0980068870
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.32 x 0.97 x 10.76 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,134 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Great Book if you know nothing about woodwork
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Great Book if you know nothing about woodwork
Great book (I am so new to woodworking, started this as a new hobby, never before ever having even picked up a tape measure. Here is the first thing I have ever built in my life age 35. (This table was not in this book, still need to paint it too)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect product
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024
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well written. technically correct.
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Foxy tulip
5.0 out of 5 stars Hobbie ideas
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024
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This book was a big hit with my nephew to whom I gave it as a gift. He is very talented and enjoys working with wood to produce useful, beautiful and professional pieces. He loved the variety of projects and directions given in the book. A must buy.
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Michael Leonard
5.0 out of 5 stars Good selection of projects
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2022
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If you are a beginner woodworker the first 1/3 or so of this book will be good for you. It give detailed information on different tools, types of wood, different techniques, and an all around great beginner or even refresher lesson on basic woodworking.

The projects are well rounded with some easier things to build and some more difficult things but none too difficult.

The only negative of the book for me is that the website that is referenced for obtaining plans no longer exists. I was excited I could actually download plans for a few things I wanted to build but then was immediately disappointed when I tried going to the website but couldn’t.
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Bob Lewis
4.0 out of 5 stars An encyclopedic reference
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2021
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If you want to know something about woodworking, there's a good chance this book has a chapter (or at least a page) on your topic of interest. Approximately the first third of the book consists of an overview of tools, materials, and techniques common to many woodworking projects. The final two-thirds of the book consist of a wide variety of projects suitable to a range of skill levels.

To be sure, this is far from the most complete book on any of the topics it covers. Wood finishes, for instance, occupy a few pages of this text, while entire books can be and have been devoted to the topic. What you'll find here, though, is a sort of one-stop shop for the basics of each topic.

As such, this book may not be the most suitable for the *absolute* beginner. For one thing, the projects at the back of the book, though some are beginner-friendly, are not organized by difficulty level, so beginners will struggle to figure out where to start. Similarly, the variety of techniques presented in the early chapters could easily overwhelm the first-timer. However, if you have a little experience (even just enough to feel comfortable with some basic tools and terminology, this book will serve you quite well as a reference as you continually expand your tool collection and repertoire of woodworking techniques.

Regarding the projects in particular, I found a good mix of beginner and advanced projects, big projects and small projects, representing a variety of styles and functions. Few will fall in love with every project included, but I think there's something here for almost everyone. Furthermore, the plans are well-presented and accompanied by detailed step-by-step walkthroughs of each construction, so you'll have no trouble following along and figuring out what you need to do.

I would recommend this book for the beginner-to-intermediate woodworker. Absolute beginners might benefit more from a structured course, and more experienced woodworkers will find much of the information familiar or redundant, but everyone in that middle range could benefit from this information.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift!
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
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Purchased as a gift and have been told repeatedly how much they enjoy the book. They are already looking to find more books like this!
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A companion to a book that my brother borrowed and I just got back.
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NavyVet
5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the best overall woodworking book I've found, especially for newcomers
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2021
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The first half of the book is everything about wood: types, tools, finishes, setting up shop etc. The second half is all about doing projects for inside and outside of the home. The color pictures are helpful. After reading a dozen of these types of books, this is probably the best overall (layout, color photos, plans). Only detraction is that many of the projects use a table saw/router/planer, which are usually expensive and take up space, so the plans are less friendly to newcomers and the budget conscious. But I know I can use a drill, circular saw or a jigsaw to make the projects.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Still reading
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
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I'm glad I got this book. My first step in making my desire to become a woodworker starts here and this book is empowering.
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Ariadna
5.0 out of 5 stars All the basics of woodworking are here!
Reviewed in Canada on March 9, 2023
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very good book, all the knowledge of woodworking you could look for. I like that it has a lot of visual explanations, and projects that you can try to improve your skill. Would definitely recommend it to beginners.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Produto bem detalhado
Reviewed in Brazil on May 16, 2022
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Gostei do produto, bem detalhado e completo
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shirley bolton
4.0 out of 5 stars a good book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 15, 2023
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a good book, well illustrated but some of the projects could be a bit more contemporary and up-to-date, but still a nice book for your library.
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Alberto M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Gran libro, todo muy explicado con fotos incluye planos de proyectos
Reviewed in Spain on February 16, 2023
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Esta genial, recomendable 100%
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Ishani Sule
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!
Reviewed in India on December 5, 2018
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Treasure trove for wood workers.
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