Download or read book Woodworkers Rules of Thumb written by Ken Horner and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Woodworkers Essential Facts Formulas and Short Cuts written by Ken Horner and published by Cambium. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides more jargon-free answers to the most baffling woodworking equations and questions. Enjoy woodworking without the head-scratching questions and mathematical setbacks.! This best-seller provides practical solutions to countless workshop issues. With a straight-forward approach and hundreds of clear illustrations, useful tables, and a myriad of facts, formulas and shortcuts, this handy reference is a must-have for any woodworker. How high is a dining table or a coffee table? How do you draw the ellipse for a butler's tray? What is the Golden Mean and how can a woodworker use it? How to evenly space the balusters in a railing? How do you saw perfect miter and bevel angles? How much load can a shelf carry before it sags or breaks? Every day, every woodworker has to scratch his head over questions like these. Every workshop operation requires knowing some kind of measurement, formula, fact, or calculation. Workshop problems usually can be solved with mathematics, but as this interesting book shows, there's often a no-math solution too. In most situations, the savvy craftsman can get the answers either with math or by applying common-sense rules of thumb. This handbook presents both approaches so readers can choose what works best in their particular situation. With this handbook on the bench, readers will enjoy success in the workshop whether or not they are comfortable with mathematics. Hundreds of illustrations guide readers through the solutions to everyday workshop problems. Straightforward writing and a simplified approach to calculations lead readers step-by-step to the answers they need. Dozens of useful tables put essential reference information into this single, easy-to-follow resource. This practical handbook, packed full of facts, formulas and shortcuts, is essential for woodworkers of all skill levels.
Download or read book More Woodworkers Essential Facts Formulas Short cuts written by Ken Horner and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy workshop success without being troubled by difficult mathematical setbacks. Get the answers to all of your perplexing woodworking questions in this handy workshop reference tool.
Download or read book Rules of Thumb for Home Building Improvement and Repair written by Katie Hamilton and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1997-09-01 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before you drive that first nail, this is the guide youneed--thousands of hints, tips, and professional tricks of thetrade Authoritative, detailed, and fully illustrated, Rules of Thumb forHome Building, Improvement, and Repair gives you all the insideinformation you need to make your home improvement project gofaster and easier. For this all-in-one volume, do-it-yourselfexperts Gene and Katie Hamilton, founders of the online serviceHouseNet, have distilled the best professional home repair andremodeling information. Rules of Thumb will help you avoid the costly headaches that canresult from using the wrong materials, amounts, or measurements.Here in plain English are all the technical standards andspecifications for lumber, fasteners and adhesives, carpentry,plumbing, electrical wiring, painting, walls, ceilings and floors,doors and windows, weatherizing and climate control, exteriors,asphalt, concrete, masonry, and more. Plus, you'll discovertime-tested procedures that get you the results you want everytime. Whatever project you're about to begin, Rules of Thumb for HomeBuilding, Improvement, and Repair is the first place to look forprofessional advice. Acclaimed do-it-yourself experts Gene and Katie Hamilton are theauthors of many successful books and magazine articles onremodeling and repair. In addition to their nationally syndicatednewspaper column, "Do It Yourself--Or Not?" they are the creatorsof HouseNet, an online home improvement service on America Online(keyword: housenet) and on the Internet (www.housenet.com). Theyhave been on the Today show, Dateline, and CNN and have beenwritten about in Newsweek and other national publications. TheHamiltons live in Maryland.
Download or read book Essential Guide to the Steel Square written by Ken Horner and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2007-12-01 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Woodworkers and carpenters will learn to solve virtually every geometry and layout problem with this handy guide to the steel square. Loaded with diagrams, practical advice and exercises. Learn how valuable the steel square can be. Loaded with diagrams, practical advice, and skill-building exercises.
Download or read book Woodworkers Essential Facts Formulas Short cuts written by Ken Horner and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book To Make As Perfectly As Possible written by Roubo (M., André Jacob) and published by . This book was released on 2013-06-15 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first English-language translation of the French 18th-century classic text on woodworking.
Download or read book The Woodworker s Guide to Pricing Your Work written by Dan Ramsey and published by Betterway Books. This book was released on 2001-03-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers will find out how to set prices and sell their products with this revised, comprehensive pricing guide from author and woodworker Dan Ramsey. They'll learn how to calculate the value of their time, materials and craftsmanship, ensuring that the price they get for their work is fair and profitable. They'll also find a wide variety of sample business forms and planning sheets, along with information on:* estimating average materials cost per project* determining the dollar value of their woodworking skills* increasing their income without sacrificing quality or enjoyment* selling customers on the value of their work--not the price* building repeat and referral business* developing the right business image and marketing plan* managing a budget* marketing their work at craft fairs and through retailersDan Ramsey is the author of over forty home improvement and how-to titles. He lives in Reedsport, Oregon.
Download or read book Rules of Thumb for Maintenance and Reliability Engineers written by Ricky Smith and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2011-03-31 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rules of Thumb for Maintenance and Reliability Engineers will give the engineer the “have to have” information. It will help instill knowledge on a daily basis, to do his or her job and to maintain and assure reliable equipment to help reduce costs. This book will be an easy reference for engineers and managers needing immediate solutions to everyday problems. Most civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers will face issues relating to maintenance and reliability, at some point in their jobs. This will become their “go to” book. Not an oversized handbook or a theoretical treatise, but a handy collection of graphs, charts, calculations, tables, curves, and explanations, basic “rules of thumb” that any engineer working with equipment will need for basic maintenance and reliability of that equipment. • Access to quick information which will help in day to day and long term engineering solutions in reliability and maintenance • Listing of short articles to help assist engineers in resolving problems they face • Written by two of the top experts in the country
Download or read book The Complete Book of Woodworking written by Tom Carpenter and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-01 with total page 1150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!
Download or read book Essential Guide to the Steel Square written by Ken Horner and published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2007 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ideal for solving virtually every geometric and layout problem, this guide to the steel square blends practical advice with skill-building exercises designed to help readers get the most out of this amazing tool. Unlocking the secrets of this versatile device, professional advice covers a wide range of topics—including making measurements as fine as one-hundredth of an inch, finding the center of a circle, and building stairs—making this guide a must-have reference for woodworkers, carpenters, tool collectors, and anyone interested in the history of tools.
Download or read book Woodworking Techniques written by Woodworker's Journal and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2008-06-15 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering 29 tried-and-true woodworking techniques from the professionals at Woodworker's Journal, this detailed guide explores everything from the basics of squaring stock and sharpening tools to the intricacies of veneering a drawer face, making this a suitable collection for both beginning woodworkers looking to learn a new skill set and experienced workers who wish to improve their techniques.
Download or read book Traditional American Rooms written by Brent Hull and published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2009-03-01 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal sourcebook for architects, woodworkers, and homeowners, this beautiful reference showcases the stunning architectural details of the Winterthur Museum. This guided tour explores 33 rooms from the Georgian and Federal periods with stunning photography, architectural terms, detailed drawings, and fascinating commentary.
Download or read book Historic Millwork written by Brent Hull and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2003-02-18 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Features hundreds of detailed illustrations from actual period millwork catalogs. * Demonstrates how to properly specify millwork. * Include a glossary of key terms.
Download or read book Understanding Wood Finishing written by Bob Flexner and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 711 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For more than 18 years, Bob Flexner has been inspiring woodworkers with his writings and teachings on wood finishing. Now, from this best-selling author comes the long-awaited and completely updated second edition of UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING-the most practical, comprehensive book on finishing ever published. The first edition of UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING has sold hundreds of thousands of copies and is widely regarded as the bible of wood finishing. "We use UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING as the textbook for our students training to go into the furniture industry," says David Miles, wood technology professor at Pittsburg State University. "It's the best written, most accurate, and most thorough wood finishing book in print-by far."
Download or read book Woodworking FAQ written by Spike Carlsen and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2012-04-10 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re a beginner building your first shelf or an experienced craftsman designing a new gazebo, Spike Carlson has the answers to all of your woodworking questions. You’ll find expert advice on setting up your work area, choosing appropriate tools, working with different types of wood, and building furniture, as well as tips on joinery techniques, custom finishes, and much more.
Download or read book Black and Decker The Complete Guide to Basic Woodworking written by Creative Publishing Editors and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2005-02 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The all-in-one woodworking guide for serious amateurs. A Complete Guide to Basic Woodworking gives beginning and intermediate do-it-yourselfers everything needed to become successful woodworkers-from tips on choosing and using tablesaws and other tools, to complete plans for a variety of useful woodworking projects. While most books on woodworking aim for the needs of accomplished woodworkers, this book is ideal for the beginner entering this fast-growing and rewarding hobby. It includes more than 600 color photos and illustrations that leave nothing to chance. Blended with time-tested standard woodworking techniques, readers will find information on the newest tool models and accessories. The project plans make use of innovative, time-saving hardware products to create elegant, professional-looking projects with ease. Provides an all-in-one guide perfect for woodworkers who are enthusiastic but not yet fully experienced. Includes a comprehensive guide to choosing and using basic power tools. Project plan section includes complete plan drawings, cutting lists, and directions for 15 versatile projects for the home.
