Description: About this productSynopsisIn this essential reference for woodworkers, R. Bruce Hoadley explains everything from how trees grow to how best to cut, season, machine, join, bend, and finish wood. Why do miters open and glue joints loosen? How do you get a really sharp edge? Examples of problems and solutions help woodworkers puzzle through their own projects, while full-color photos and helpful tables illustrate key points.The first edition of Understanding Wood was published in 1980 and has since sold more than 130,000 copies. It is widely held as a definitive reference work and the cornerstone of every woodworker's library. Now, Bruce Hoadley's comprehensive guide to wood technology has been revised and updated in this 20th-anniversary edition of a classic. New information on composite materials, adhesives, and finishes brings this book into the 21st century, while more than 300 photographs bring important visual information to life. This edition covers the nature of wood and its properties, the basics of wood technology, and the woodworker's raw materials. Understanding Wood was written for woodworkers by a scientist with a love of woodworking. It will be sought after by craftsmen and collectors alike.Product IdentifiersISBN-100918804051ISBN-139780918804051eBay Product ID (ePID)342770Key DetailsAuthorR. Bruce HoadleyNumber Of Pages272 pagesFormatHardcoverPublication Date1980-11-01LanguageEnglishPublisherTaunton Press, IncorporatedPublication Year1980Additional DetailsCopyright Date1980IllustratedYesDimensionsWeight42.3 OzHeight0.9 In.Width8.9 In.Length11.3 In.Target AudienceGroupTradeClassification MethodLCCN78-065177LC Classification NumberTT180Dewey Decimal684/.08Dewey Edition21
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Book Title: Understanding Wood : a Craftsman's Guide to Wood Technology
Item Length: 11.3in.
Item Height: 0.9in.
Item Width: 8.9in.
Author: R. Bruce Hoadley
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Topic: Woodwork, Woodworking, Construction / Carpentry
Publisher: Taunton Press, Incorporated
Publication Year: 1980
Genre: Technology & Engineering, House & Home, Crafts & Hobbies
Item Weight: 42.3 Oz
Number of Pages: 272 Pages
