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Ten top books & DVDs you might like

  • Measuring Furniture for Reproduction

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    In this DVD, Phil Lowe shows you how to take measurements of an exisiting piece, create a set of plans, and then reproduce the piece in the workshop. You'll also learn how to make freehand sketches, u...

  • Biscuit Joinery

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    Using skills learned from over 30 years as a professional cabinet maker, Frank Klausz brings you shop-proven advice and instruction to help you turn out handsome bookcases and cabinets using biscuit j...

  • How to Season and Dry Your Own Wood

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    This handbook takes the reader through the process of finding, processing, seasoning and drying their own unique timber and is aimed at independent woodworkers across a whole range of disciplines. To ...

  • Hollow Turning

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    Award-winning John Jordan dispels the mysteries from the art of hollow turning by demonstrating, with inclusive step-by-step instructions, just how to achieve the ultimate hollow-turned shape....

  • Finishes and Finishing Techniques

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    This volume will enable you to get pro-quality finishes every time. Each type of finish and technique is presented in a clear and accessible way. You'll get complete coverage of smoothing and preparin...

  • Advanced Routing

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    Use your router in a more ambitious way. Includes fixed-head routing, dovetailing, tongue-and-groove jointing, and signmaking....

  • Drills and Drill Presses

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    In addition to explaining the basics of safety and set-up, this handy reference helps woodworkers get the most for their money by getting the most from their equipment. From basic holes and driving sc...

  • Turning Boxes

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    Raffan shows step-by-step the techniques and tricks to make elegant turned boxes with perfectly fitting lids....

  • Easy to Make Inlay Wood Projects - Intarsia - 3rd Edition

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    This book will teach you the secrets of making wooden inlay projects. Using popular woodworking equipment and different varieties of common woods, you can create these beautiful projects on your own i...

  • Best Tips on Finishing, Sharpening, Gluing, Storage, and More

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    Woodworkers are always on the lookout for clever tips or new twists on techniques. That’s why Fine Woodworking magazine has such broad appeal; every issue is filled with expert advice on how to become...