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Complete Sterling Do-It-Yourself Catalog Check out this collection of books from some of America's most respected woodworking authors.
Sam Allen Woodworking Books & Tools Sam is one of the best selling woodworking authors in the US. He has books on Woodfinishing, Cabinetmaking, Joinery, Planes, and Workbenches.
CABINETRY BASICS Build beautiful cabinets right away, simply by following this incredibly simple method of frameless cabinetry. Amazingly basic modular system lets even beginners design, build and install built-ins for the kitchen and bathroom, freestanding cabinets, bookcases, entertainment centers, and wall units. 230-plus close-up photos and drawings show how to cut parts to size, make grooves, glue veneer, work with laminates, solid woods and chipboard, and more. "A good beginning for anyone wanting to try his or her hand at woodworking."--Woodwork. 128 pages, 232 b/w illus.
Sam Allen Woodworking Book Club My book club members will have the opportunity to receive the newest Sterling titles as soon as they are available. You'll also have the opportunity to receive classic titles from the Sterling book list. You'll get a $10.00 credit toward any item in my store when you join the Sam Allen Woodworking Book Club. Plus you will earn bonus credits with each book you buy.
MAKING CABINETS AND BUILT-INS Make cabinets, built-ins, shelves, and modular units. Covers every step with over 400 photos and drawings, simple plans (and tips on making your own designs). "Everything you ever wanted to know about cabinetry can be found in this vast storehouse of knowledge." -- Country Almanac. "This has it. I recommend this book." -- Int'l Woodworking 384 pages, 400 b/w illus.
MAKING KITCHEN CABINET ACCESSORIES Double the storage and convenience of your current cabinets for just a few dollars. Stunning designs feature a dazzling variety of door racks, tilt-out trays, appliance garages, drawer organizers, storage bins, and more. Hundreds of drawings and close-up photos of every step. "New ideas along with specific instructions... Useful even to those homeowners who are planing to have their jobs done professionally." -- Booklist 192 pages, 214 b/w illus.
FINISHING BASICS Hundreds of photos and drawings explain every step for a variety of stains and varnishes, rubbed oil, low-luster and high gloss, plus a huge range of paints, lacquers, and even antique finishes. Everything is here, from the first steps of prepping or stripping to mastering the most effective application methods and the final stages of drying. "This is a solid introduction to the considerations of woodfinishing." --Library Journal 128 pages, 239 b/w illus.
WOOD FINISHER'S HANDBOOK Indispensable guide to the best techniques. Shows how to prepare new wood, restore or remove old finishes, disguise defects, use 8 types of stains, coatings, finishes, varnish, lacquer, shellac, 2-part finishes, paint, exterior stains. " Authoritative, throrough...a compelling addition." -- Chip Chats. "Our last excuse for imperfect finishing is gone!" --Whole Earth Review. 160 pages 157 b/w illus.
CLASSIC FINISHING TECHNIQUES
"Allen takes great pains in instructing woodworkers with some skill
how to apply centuries-old finishes...So critical are the processes discovered
many hundreds of years ago that the author both incorporates certain steps
into his contemporary interpretation of techniques and writes down original
formulas and equipment lists" -- Booklist.
"...demonstrates how to use French polish, varnishes, oil and wax finishes,
natural and chemical stains, fumed finishes, and milk paint...to achieve
classic finishes. Allen, an expert in the field, provides good directions
and helpful color illustrations...His excellent text is appropriate for
meeting special needs...Recommended..." -- Library Journal "Classic
Finishing Techniques is a first-rate production, with clear photographs
and an appeal design. It's a must for anyone interested in finishing or
refinishing antiques and reproductions in an authentic manner." --
Jack Warner, Cox News Service
128 pages 159 color photos
MAKING WORKBENCHES No single workbench design is ideal for everyone. Some woodworkers need room to assemble large pieces of furniture, while others need special clamps to hold the parts of smaller projects. Based on the author's 25 years of experience, research, and trial and error, this informative handbook will help every woodworker choose or build a workbench that suits his or her purposes. Anyone with basic woodworking skills will be able to build a sturdy and versatile workbench and adapt it to their individual needs. 160 pages 339 b/w illus.
JOINERY BASICS "Allen, a master craftsman, offers this clear, profusely illustrated, and concise book on the basic techniques of joining wooden surfaces. Each joint is discussed in detail, and methods for their creation are laid out. Safety tips are discussed...The drawings and photographs are clear and relate well to the text on the page. This is a solid introduction to joinery for the beginner, and a good refresher for the intermediate." --Library Journal 128 pages, 272 b/w illus.
WOODJOINER'S HANDBOOK A master woodworker reveals exactly how to make perfect joints; rabbet joints, mortises and tenons, butt joints, dadoes and grooves, even decorative joints, butterflies and dovetails, inlays, plus Chinese and Japanese styles. "A vast number of useful joints for cabinetmaking, furniture making and architectural woodworking."--Woodshop News. "Interesting and helpful...a practical joinery guide."--Workbench. " and excellent choice for novice or intermediate woodworkers"--Fine Woodworking. 288 pages, 459 b/w illus.
PLANE BASICS
See how to create intricate mouldings and decorative edges and learn
how to use a variety of bench planes. Covers holding the plane, grain direction,
making adjustments, dressing rough lumber, jointing an edge, shooting boards,
smoothing and finishing, and much more. Included are valuable tips on sharpening,
grinding and tuning, as well as when and how to use rabbet, plow and dado
planes, and specialty planes. "...an excellent book..."
--Carver's News. 128 pages, 345 b/w illus.
Contents: 1.Using Bench planes 2.Sharpening 3.Tuning 4.Rabbet, Plow, and
Dado Planes 5.Specialty Planes 6. Universal Combination Planes (Record 045C,
Stanley #45, Stanley #55) 7.Scrapers 8.A Planing Project (building a Shaker
jelly cupboard)
How to master the Radial-Arm Saw A book which contains instructions and tips for using the radial arm saw.
Jonathan Press Books Online: Woodworking, Home Improvement.
Linden publications Books for arts & crafts and general woodworking.
Taunton BookShop Books from the publisher of Fine Woodworking Magazine.
The Apprentice Woodworker Woodworking Books, Tools, and Accessories For Kids Ages 9 to 99.
The Furniture Library Library with a comprehensive collection of volumes on the history of furniture . . . more than 7,000 volumes.
The Woodwright's Shop, with Roy Underhill Books about the show.
Woodcarving Texts Books on woodcarving including "Carving the Little Guys", "Carving the Little Saliors" and "Old Time Whittling".
Crest Videos Fine Woodworking Video Workshops Series