 THE
REAL WOOD BIBLE: The complete illustrated guide to
choosing and using 100 decorative woods (Revised
edition)
Nick Gibbs. A practical, A-Z guide to the world’s
100 most popular and important woods. An
easy-to-use “Wood Selector” contains color photographs
showing the beauty of each wood, the depth of the board
and its end-grain detail. Organized by principal,
secondary, and special-effects woods, the Wood Directory
is filled with descriptions containing a wealth of
details about their characteristics, including:
botanical and common names; type; strengths and
weaknesses; color, texture, grain; hardness, weight and
durability; seasoning and stability; sources and
sustainability, and; more. For anyone who enjoys
working with wood, “it’s a must-have reference to the
world’s most popular building material” – Log Home
Design Ideas. 6-3/4 x 8, 256p, 300 color photos,
charts, illustrations, 2012.
R0139 paperback..........US $19.95 CAN $19.95
KNOW YOUR WOODS: A Complete Guide to
Trees, Woods, and Veneers
Albert Constantine Jr., revisions by
Harry Hobbs. Traces different varieties of
lumber from the forest to the sawmill to the
craftsman's workshop. Describes over 300
principal woods; indicates the common and scientific
names of each; shows how to recognize a tree by its
leaf, bark, or berry; and features photographs and
illustrations on how to identify a type of wood by
grain, color, and texture. Clear, non-technical
style. An intriguing reference for the craftsman
or the tree enthusiast interested in the broad subject
of woods - their identification, characteristics, and
uses. 6 x 9, 384p, 150+ b&w photos +
illustrations, 1987, 2005.
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SIMPLY BOARD FEET: The Definitive Guide to
Lumber Calculation
Douglas Maxwell. "Your handy board
feet calculator!" A fast and easy-to-use low
tech calculator that will derive board footage totals
for virtually every lumber configuration. Handy
charts/tables provide the board foot measurements for
lumber from one to more than 25 inches wide, one to 20
feet long, and one to four inches thick. A
helpful resource and remarkable time-saver. 6 x 8-3/4,
60p, 55 tables, 2006.
S2045 paperback..........US $9.95
CAN $13.50
A REVERENCE FOR WOOD (Reprint ed.)
Eric Sloane. A refreshing book
that underscores the important role that wood has
played in the development of American life and
culture. Combined with Sloane’s own sketches,
the text illuminates with rare insight the enormously
varied and useful qualities of wood. Covers such
topics as the aesthetics of wood, wooden implements,
and carpentry. An entertaining, factual and
historically accurate book that will delight
woodworkers and lovers of Americana. 8-1/2 x 11, 112p,
1 color illustration, 69 b&w sketches, 1965, 2004.
R3943 paperback..........US $9.95
CAN $13.50
WOODWORKER’S
GUIDE TO WOOD: Straight Talk for Today’s Woodworker
(Back to Basics)
This shop-tested manual gives woodworkers everything
they need to know about their favorite material:
wood. Learn how wood behaves in response to
atmospheric humidity, how to measure its moisture
content, how to shop for wood, how to manage various
lumber grades and defects, how to work with
manufactured boards and veneers, and how to harvest
and season their own wood. Contains several
woodworking projects, including how to build a solar
kiln to season wood and how to build storage racks,
and an extensive listing of wood species with working
properties. A valuable reference filled with
practical information. 7-1/2 x 9, 160p, color photos +
illustrations throughout, 2010.
W4642 paperback..........US $19.95 CAN $25.95
WOOD IDENTIFICATION & USE: A
Field Guide to More Than 200 Species (Compact
Edition)
Terry Porter. Includes details on selecting and
using over 200 species of wood from around the
world. Each species gets full attention with its
own photo, plus in-depth details on on the wood's
working properties, wood figure and defects, seasoning
requirements, typical uses, and safety
considerations. Features drawings of the tree,
leaf, flower, and fruit of most species. Along
with 200 full descriptions, another 200 species are
handily listed in brief. Concise and
informative. A comprehensive, portable reference
for anyone working with wood at home or out in the
field. 6-1/4 x 8, 288p, 400+ color photos, 200
drawings, 2012.
W4651 paperback..........US $24.95 CAN $32.95
WOOD IDENTIFICATION & USE (Revised
& Expanded)
Terry Porter. Revised edition of
this definitive guide to identifying wood features: 17
more species of lumber (bringing the total to 400); a
new section displaying a variety of decorative
figuring, details on wood defects & potential
health hazards, plus; an enlarged glossary.
Showcases over 200 woods used in cabinetmaking,
joinery, carpentry, turning, carving, and a host of
specialist applications; another 200 receive shorter
listings. Every featured wood is illustrated and
described in detail, with facts on its working
properties, seasoning requirements, durability, and
typical uses. Color photographs provide close-ups of
the various wood grains. An indispensable
resource for every woodworker. 8-1/4 x 10/7/8, 288p,
color photos & illustrations, 2007. OVERSIZE.
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WHAT WOOD IS THAT? A Manual of Wood
Identification
Herbert Leeson Edlin. A remarkable
collection of forty (40) actual wood specimens shows
the color, grain, and texture of the leading
varieties. Facilitates quick, easy
identification of woods. Detailed drawings
identify uncut, unfinished trees by their leaves,
fruits, and bark. Explains where each kind of
tree is grown and how to use its wood to the best
advantage - from lamination to veneering, from carving
and molding, to finishing. An invaluable
resource for builders, homeowners and hobbyists, plus
a fascinating companion for nature lovers. 5-3/4 x
8-3/4, 160p, line drawings, originally published 1969,
reprint 1998.
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THE WOODBOOK: The Complete Plates/The
American Woods (1888-1913, 1928)
Roman Beck Hough. R.B. Hough's The
American Woods, originally published in 14
volumes, is a work of breathtaking beauty that set the
standard for the study of trees and wood. This
special edition reproduces all of the specimen pages
from the original. For all trees, now arranged
in alphabetical order, three different cross-section
cuts of wood are represented (radial, horizontal, and
vertical), demonstrating the particular
characteristics of the grain and the wealth of colors
and textures found among the many different wood
types. Includes 354 tree species and
varieties. Contains actual-size color print
reproductions of Hough's original real wood
plates. Features lithographs by Charles Sprague
Sargent of the leaves and nuts of most trees, as well
as texts describing the trees` geographical origins
and physical characteristics (English, French,
German). The "portrait" or description of each
tree is divided into four sections: description;
habitat; wood, and; use. A valuable, unique
resource for artists, craftsmen and nature
enthusiasts. 7-1/4 x 10-1/4, 800p, color plates, 2007.
OVERSIZE.
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF WOOD: A Tree-By-Tree
Guide to the World’s Most Valuable Resource (New
ed.)
Aidan Walker, Bill Lincoln, et al.,
eds.. A comprehensive, A-to-Z directory
featuring more than 150 of the world’s most popular
woods, with details on growth rate, distribution, key
characteristics, working properties, and commercial
uses. Each entry includes a detailed color photo
to show the tree’s unique grain, pattern, figure, and
color, providing a valuable visual resource for
selecting timber. Introduction explains the
anatomy and life cycle of trees, as well as the
process of producing boards & veneers, and
examines essential conservation issues. A
one-stop resource for woodworkers, crafters, furniture
designers, and home enthusiasts. 8-1/2 x 11,192p,
approx. 225 full-color illustrations, 2005.
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF WOOD
U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Discover virtually everything there is to know about
the structure, properties, and preservation of
wood. Read about the structure of wood itself,
from growth rings to its chemical composition.
Learn wood’s physical and mechanical properties,
including everything from elasticity to nuclear
radiation. Includes a section on stress grading,
as well as descriptions of which fasteners to use and
when. Contains details on adhesive bonding,
biodeterioration, control of moisture content,
preservation, fire safety, specialty treatments, and
more. An essential resource for builders,
architects, engineers, and woodworkers. 8-1/2 x
11, 496p, b&w photos + illustrations, tables,
figures, 1999, 2007.
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IDENTIFYING WOOD: Accurate results with
simple tools
R. Bruce Hoadley. With just the
naked eye, a hand lens, a microscope, and the
straightforward techniques described in this book,
readers will be able to identify 100+ species of
hardwoods, softwoods, and tropical woods most commonly
encountered in North America. Provides an
overview of the wood identification process and a look
at the basic anatomy of woody plants, softwoods and
hardwoods. Written for the beginner and attempts
to provide a self-taught approach to wood
identification. 8-1/2 x 11-1/2, 240p, 393 color
photos, illustrations, charts, 1990.
I1047 hardcover ..........US
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UNDERSTANDING WOOD: A Craftman’s Guide to
Wood Technology (2nd ed.)
R. Bruce Hoadley. This completely
revised classic has everything you need to know about
wood technology. Explains everything from how
trees grow to how best to cut, season, machine, join,
bend, fasten, and finish wood. Examples of
problems and solutions help woodworkers puzzle through
their own projects. Up-dated information on
composite materials, adhesives, and finishes developed
in the past 20 years. An essential reference for
everyone who works with wood. 8-1/2 x 11-1/2, 272p,
325 color photos, tables, 2000.
U3588 hardcover ..........US
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FOREST PRODUCTS AND WOOD SCIENCE: An
Introduction (6/e)
Rubin Shmulsky, P. David Jones. A
streamlined, updated version of this venerable wood
science text. Maintains key areas of coverage
and builds on the strengths of earlier editions by
providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the
anatomical and physical nature of wood and the
relationship of these characteristics to its use as an
industrial raw material. Includes expanded
coverage of environmental issues, biomass, and
bioenergy. A timely, valuable resource for
students, researchers, as well as forest products and
wood science professionals. 7 x 10, 496p, b&w
photos, figures, tables, 2011. OVERSIZE.
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WOODWORKER’S GUIDE TO WOOD: Softwoods,
Hardwoods, Plywoods, Composites and Veneers
Rick Peters. A directory of more
than sixty (60) types of wood, including close-up
photographs of each displaying grain, color, and
texture. Charts lay out the projects that a
variety of wood is suited for, its density and
strength, how it stands up to various machines, and
more. Includes hints on recognizing defects,
buying, and storage. A great handy reference.
8-1/2 x 10, 192p (all in color), 2000.
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WORLD WOODS IN COLOR (reprint ed.)
William A. Lincoln. A vital
reference tool. Contains information and
descriptions on over 275 commercial woods from
worldwide sources. Full-color plates demonstrate
the timber's natural grain and features.
Accompanying text includes commercial and botanical
names, distribution, general description, mechanical
properties, seasoning, working properties, durability
and a full range of uses for each wood. Color
photographs throughout. "...One of the best and
easiest-to-use wood identification books" - Fine
Woodworking. 7 x 10, 320p, 270+ color plates,
1996.
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WOOD HANDBOOK - WOOD AS AN ENGINEERING
MATERIAL
USDA Forest Products Laboratory.
Presents physical and mechanical properties of
wood. Includes discussion of commercial lumber,
designing with wood and wood-based products, along
with some pertinent uses. Chapters include:
lumber stress grades and design properties;
fastenings; structural analysis equations, and;
adhesive bonding of wood materials. 8-1/2 x 11, 463p,
charts, b&w photographs, 1999. OVERSIZE.
W6667 paperback ..........US
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CANADIAN WOODS: Their Properties and Uses
E.J. Mullins, T.S. McKnight. This collection of nearly 70 years of
research represents a
comprehensive overview of a multi-faceted forest
industry. Providing a complete review of
the woods found in Canada and their commercial uses,
it discusses the structure, the strength and physical
properties, and the chemistry of wood, plus lumber
production, wood drying, protection, glues and
gluing. Other chapters deal with the processing
and use of woods and wood products, panel products,
houses and structures, pulp & paper, as well as
codes and standards in Canada. An essential
reference for students and practitioners in the forest
professions and in primary and secondary forest
industries. 8-1/4 x 10-3/4, 389p, 280+ b&w photos
& illustrations, 1981. OVERSIZE.
C4300 hardcover ..........US
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SELECTING AND DRYING WOOD (New Best of
Fine Woodworking)
The Editors of Fine Woodworking. A
lot of things have to be right about your lumber
before it can be used in a project. Choosing the
wrong wood for a project or not ensuring its ready to
be worked can cost you plenty, not to mention the time
you'll waste. These articles, reprinted from Fine
Woodworking, offer expert advice on selecting
stock, matching grain, working with a variety of
species, harvesting your own lumber, and more.
Features articles on alternative sources of lumber,
and how to dry wood by a using a kiln of your own
making or air drying. A valuable reference that
helps take the mystery out of selecting and milling
wood. 8-1/2 x 10-7/8, 160p, color photos +
illustrations, tables, 2006.
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HOW TO SEASON AND DRY YOUR OWN WOOD
Alan Holtham. An expert's handbook
on identifying, processing, seasoning, and drying your
own wood. Designed with the independent
craftsperson in mind, it focuses on working with small
loads - an approach neglected in most other books on
this subject. Includes tips on sources, as well
as on how to select and prepare the wood to bring out
the most desired grain patterns. Coverage
includes: anatomical structures of wood; data on
working properties; seasoning and drying requirements;
potential problems and solutions, as well as; health
and safety considerations. "A truly unique
resource." 8-1/4 x 10-7/8, 192p, color photos, 2009.
H6419 paperback..........US
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WOOD
HEAT: A Practical Guide to Heating Your Home with
Wood
Andrew Jones. A practical homeowner's guide to
using wood as a reliable source of heat with the
latest wood stoves and traditional fireplaces.
Explores the efficiency of wood, the environmental
impacts of various fuel types, and sustainability
issues leading so many adopting a wood-burning
lifestyle. Explains the pros and cons of heating
with: wood stoves (the most popular), fireplace
inserts, pellet stoves, or masonry heaters.
Features all the information needed to convert to a
wood-heated life, including: varieties of wood and
their burning characteristics; the latest technology
for burning wood efficiently and cleanly; catalytic
and non-catalytic stoves; sizing wood-burning
appliances; a chimney maintenance checklist, and;
more. An ideal guide for anyone interested in
wood as a heating fuel. 6 x 9, 176p, color photos
& illustrations, 2014.
W2990 paperback..........US $19.95 CAN $19.95
THE CONVERSION AND SEASONING OF WOOD
William H. Brown. Directed towards
the small timber merchant and/or landowner, this book
details the most advantageous methods of cutting to
produce the best yield and to preserve the best
features of wood - how to cut up logs for the best
yield, how to selectively cut for grain and appearance
in different species, and how to deal with root stock,
burls, and general factors affecting sawing.
Includes methods of drying timber, dehumidification,
drying defects and how to avoid them, storage, and
more. A valuable reference "full of advice on
'do's' and do-not's', with tabulated information on
the prime considerations for producing successfully
seasoned wood" - Wood Central. 5-3/4 x 9,
222p, 37 b&w photos, 81 illustrations, 1989.
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WOODBURNER’S COMPANION: Practical Ways of
Heating with Wood
Dirk Thomas. The author of the
Harrowsmith Guide to Wood Heat provides a
guide to the “ins and outs” of wood heat for anyone
who wants to make sense of the options
available. Discusses the fuel value of various
woods, how to buy firewood and get the most heat from
it, the environmental impact of woodburning, and a
variety of chimney and flue arrangements.
Descriptions of woodburning installations are based on
the latest codes and recommendations from the United
States and Canada. 6 x 9, 160p, b&w illustrations,
charts, diagrams, 2000.
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