Carpentry For Dummies

If you would like to develop a basic understanding of carpentry and the tools of the trade, Carpentry For Dummies can help. Whether you have little or no experience with carpentry tools, repairs, or home improvements, this book can show you how to handle a project from the first cut to the final finish.

Carpentry For Dummies is divided into four parts to help you easily find the information you need. You’ll start off on the right foot by becoming familiar with structures such as foundations, floors, and roofs. With step-by-step illustrations throughout the book, you’ll also discover how to use a variety of tools and techniques as you take on different projects in and around your house. Carpentry For Dummies also deals with other topics, including:

• Finding a good lumber or hardware store, and choosing the right materials for the job
• Mastering the finer points f measuring, marking, and gauging to make sure everything fits perfectly
• Boning up on sanding, sealing, and staining basics
• Playing it safe with power tools and potentially toxic chemicals