Working With Wood Books

The jointer and the planer are two tools that no workshop can possibly be without. They are essential for creating flat, square stock, and they help to prevent any gaps in joints that are the source of so much frustration for novice woodworkers. These things can happen even through no fault of their own. Wood reacts to the environment and the humidity, but a jointer and a planer can effectively stop these sorts of problems and help you to get the results you want with every project.

Author Rick Peters will take you through the process of selecting a jointer or planer, following up with information about their accessories, how to use them, their jigs and fixtures, and how to maintain and repair them. Step by step instructions, clear diagrams and full color photographs make the information easy to understand and follow. And when you’ve finished, you’ll be presented with projects to test your skills, such as a plant stand and mirror.