Wood Joints: By Machine and Hand

Wood Joints By Machine & Hand is an indispensable reference book and instructional guide to creating the most common joints in woodworking.

Joinery is a fundamental element of woodworking, and mastering the basic joints is an essential part of becoming a skilled woodworker. But not all wood joints are created equal, so knowing how and when to use them is important. This book provides an overview of how to create and when to use the most common joints in woodworking.

Each joint is accompanied by detailed step-by-step instructions and illustrated with full-color photographs. Methods are shown for creating joints using both hand tools and power tools, and alternative techniques are given, allowing the reader to experiment and decide on their preferred process. There is information on the basic tools needed to construct each joint and how to choose the right joint for every job.

Readers will also learn about factors that contribute to a strong wood joint, including how to read the wood grain, to ensure they achieve success every time. An indispensable joinery reference book, Wood Joints by Machine & by Hand provides the perfect introduction for novices and an ideal companion for more accomplished woodworkers looking to brush up on their skills.

Includes: Butt Joint, Miter Joint, Dowel Joint, Mortise and Tenon Joint, Box Joint and Through Dovetail Joint.

Randall Maxey has been a woodworker since he was old enough to pick up a hammer. He appeared on the woodworking show Woodsmith Shop on PBS in the USA and was one of the editors for Woodsmith and ShopNotes magazines for ten years. He has also taught dozens of woodworking seminars and is joint author with Alan Goodsell of Woodworking Basics and Outdoor Woodworking Games, both published by GMC Publications. He lives in Florida, USA with his wife.