The Stanley book of woodwork - Mark Finney

Your essential hand woodworking book - whether you've never picked up a plane before or want to improve on basic skills, "The Stanley Book of Woodworking: Tools, Techniques, Projects", is the handbook you need. It explains clearly how to use the mains tools, from saws, planes, chisels and hammers to braces and vices; then explains with step-by-step instructions, diagrams and colour photos all the key techniques, including planing, cutting and fitting joints, assembling and gluing up and finishing. To try out these techniques, the book provides projects to make six pieces of furniture. Illustrated throughout to accompany straight-talking text, the book is arranged as follows:

Introduction: How to Use this book
Safety in the Workshop

Materials: Softwood
Hardwood
Man-made BoardsTools: Measuring and layout tools
Saws
Planes
Hammers and mallets
Chisels
Hand drills and braces
Screwdrivers
Tools used for holding
Caring for your tools

Techniques: Layout
Planing
Cutting and fitting joints
Assembling and gluing up
Finishing

Projects: Workbench
Bookcase
Child's desk
Chest
Bedside cabinet
Small table with drawer