Joinery

From the magazine that woodworkers trust comes shop-proven advice that makes joinery easier and longer-lasting. This information-rich volume covers it all, from essential basics (measuring and marking properly, working with the grain) to high-level, skill-enhancing decorative joinery like the waterfall and bow tie. Get time-tested techniques for trimming, squaring, and making on-the-money miters. Find out about jigs that don't cost a bundle and ways to modify existing equipment to meet your individual needs. See how to handle wood movement--the natural shrinkage and expansion that wreaks havoc with poorly crafted joints. Master half-lap joints and the daunting dovetail, create heirloom quality items with mortise-and-tenons, and fashion cabinets and bookshelves with housed joints. As always, valuable charts, sidebars, and exploded diagrams guide woodworkers to success.