Woodturning Techniques
Author | : Mike Darlow |
Publisher | : Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : 1565231481 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781565231481 |
Rating | : 4/5 (481 Downloads) |
Download or read book Woodturning Techniques written by Mike Darlow and published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2001 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The medieval art of woodturning, common in England, has recently caught the attention of the rest of the woodworking world. Moving beyond the staple table legs and banister rungs, this detailed tutorial shows how to shape bowls, vases, and other works of art. Close-up photography and detailed diagrams enhance in-depth explanations of each technique, including gluing, spindle turning, cupchucking, threading, turning, and finishing. The historical background of the art is covered and attention is given to historic techniques, as well as more recent methods.