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• KNOW YOUR WOODS: A Complete Guide to Trees, Woods, and Veneers

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  "A detailed examination of over three hundred wood types and how to recognize each one." The author spent more than 40 years in the wood trade. This was a well known book to wood enthusiasts; originally published in 1959 and again in 1987. Constantine discusses identification, conversion of wood into logs and lumber, woods of the Bible, state trees, drugs from trees, how trees are named and what their name means, collecting woods of the world as a hobby, and much more.

• UNDERSTANDING WOOD

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  This is a completely revised and updated edition. Understanding Wood is a highly recommended book. It is a classic in the field. The new edition contains information on composite materials, adhesives, and finishes, and much new photography. Just as your doctor uses their Physicians Desk Reference, no serious woodworker should be without Understanding Wood. REGULAR $39.95 OUR PRICE $31.95. You save 20%.

• FOR PROS BY PROS: BUILDING STAIRS

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• WOODWORKING TECHNIQUES, Best of Woodworker's Journal

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  Subtitle: "Ingenious Solutions and Time-Saving Secrets". 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. In-depth instructions, step-by-step color photographs, and large-scale drawings effortlessly guide woodworkers through each project-including handcutting dovetails, making Tambour doors, steam bending, and casework joinery. Helpful sidebars and quick tips also present invaluable advice on avoiding costly mistakes and improving productivity. What's Inside: " 40 Expert tips, skills, and woodworking methods " Comprehensive material lists " Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions " Detailed technical and exploded drawings " Helpful quick tips from the pros.

• TURNING GREEN WOOD

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  MICHAEL O'DONNELL. Green woodturning is turning fresh lumber straight from the tree. The author tells how to harvest and store green wood, anticipate the natural changes in green wood as it dries, and reveals the mysteries of the most admired skills in the craft. Six projects are offered including a very thin, almost transparent cross-grain bowl and a fine natural edge end-grain goblet.