Wood

Written from the craftworker's viewpoint, this guide aims to cover all aspects of wood, including major domestic hard- and softwoods, their physical properties, seasonal changes, and handling characteristics. It also contains advice on procedures such as kiln-drying, purchasing and storage.

List of contents

The mighty oaks; cherry; walnut; maple - a versatile timber; mahogany; pine; hickory and pecan; ash; chestnut - a European perspective; working with mesquite; wood identification; finding figured woods; buying and drying; taking the measure of moisture meters; calculating wood movement; managing a rain forest; tropical deforestation.

Product details

• Authors: Editors Of Fine Woodworking, Fine Woodworking
• Assisted by: Fine Woodworking (Editor)
• Publisher: Taunton Pr
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.1995
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 228 mm x 299 mm x 9 mm
• Weight: 485 g
• Series: Best of Fine Woodworking; Best of Fine Woodworking
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > General, dictionaries