Interested in woodworking or want to build on your existing skills? Start here! A complete reference handbook for DIY home woodworking, this is a must-have guide for beginners and experienced craftsmen. Every tool you'll need is laid out with guidance on safety, care, and how and when to use them-from gauges and shaping tools to clamps and drills-and every technique you'll use is described and detailed. You'll also learn what type of woods to use for certain projects, how they cut, and their durability. After understanding the crucial fundamentals of woodworking, complete five step-by-step projects that are beautifully useful items, including a dining room table and a bedside cabinet. Concise and practical even for experienced woodworkers, Woodworker's Handbook will help you improve your skills-and learn new ones! A go-to resource for both beginner and experienced woodworkers to understand the fundamentals and practice their skills, Learn about the tools for the job, plus advice on care, maintenance, and safety, Know the vital woodworking techniques required from start to finish-even repairing and restoring, Gain valuable insight about various types of woods, Complete 5 step-by-step projects for useful, everyday items for your home Book jacket.