Over 70,000 copies sold of previous edition Completely revised with updated information on furniture design, measurement/layout tools, the layout process and new tips for preventing and fixing mistakes Updated with all-new color drawings and design More than simply a workshop math book, this must have resource teaches readers everything they need to know about measuring tools and how to use them properly. Readers will learn basic measuring in relation to human proportions for furniture as well as proportioning systems for attractive, usable and comfortable furniture. The book includes instruction on how to: draw sketches and plans develop cutting lists lay out cuts and cut to the lines choose which saw for the best cut and much more.