Elements Of Woodwork (1911)

By Charles A. King and Charles A. (Charles Albert) King b. 1865

Book Overview

""Elements of Woodwork"" is a comprehensive guide to woodworking, written by Charles Albert King and first published in 1911. This book covers a wide range of topics related to woodworking, including the properties of different types of wood, the tools and equipment needed for woodworking, and the techniques used to create various types of joints and finishes. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of woodworking. The first section provides an overview of the tools and equipment needed for woodworking, including hand tools, power tools, and machinery. The second section covers the properties of different types of wood, including their strength, durability, and grain patterns. The third section of the book focuses on the techniques used to create various types of joints, including mortise and tenon joints, dovetail joints, and lap joints. The fourth section covers the different types of finishes that can be applied to wood, including stains, varnishes, and paints. Throughout the book, King provides detailed instructions and illustrations to help readers understand the various techniques and concepts discussed. He also includes practical tips and advice based on his own experience as a woodworker. Overall, ""Elements of Woodwork"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in woodworking, whether they are a beginner or an experienced woodworker. Its clear and concise explanations, combined with detailed illustrations, make it an accessible and informative guide to the art and craft of woodworking.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164121561
• ISBN13: 9781164121565
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"