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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. Krenov is not only a genius at design and woodworking technique - he is an excellent author who can describe his craft and the design process to woodworkers and non woodworkers alike. Highly readable and inspiring. ( ) no reviews | add a review
With continual themes of perfection of technique and building to the limits of one's skill, this authoritative resource provides in-depth instruction for mastering the craft of cabinetmaking. A bevy of topics, including the proper way to sharpen and hone tools, hollow grinding methodology, and obtaining proper grinding angles, are detailed in this comprehensive cabinet-making sourcebook. Lessons devoted to using and understanding various woods, including common or exotic pieces, learning how to read grain, and the pros and cons in working with air-dried wood versus kiln-dried wood, will educate any level of woodworker. Chapters devoted to resawing as well as problems and concerns due to moisture content and wood movement are also included. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)684.16Technology Manufacture of products for specific uses Furnishings and home workshops Furniture CabinetryLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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