Looking for some good books on carpentry.

[bad_idea]

I am fairly well versed in metal fab. Not so much in woodworking. I am starting to enjoy woodworking though. I want to build a "built in" in the bedroom with a pull out cabinet for a clothes hamper and shelves above. I have several other projects in mind including some cabinets in the garage, building a dresser one day, and everything in between. I am looking to buy a book or series of books with in depth information in an easy to understand format. Any good suggestions?

 

[5lima30]

Home Depot has some decent books on carpentry, usually cheaper than Amazon. JMHO.

 

[ratdoggy]

I am fairly well versed in metal fab. Not so much in woodworking. I am starting to enjoy woodworking though. I want to build a "built in" in the bedroom with a pull out cabinet for a clothes hamper and shelves above. I have several other projects in mind including some cabinets in the garage, building a dresser one day, and everything in between. I am looking to buy a book or series of books with in depth information in an easy to understand format. Any good suggestions?

Get a subscription to "Family Handyman" they always seem to have projects in it and it's a good mag. I've had a scrip for probably 15 years or so.

 

[Falcon67]

Get a subscription to "Family Handyman" they always seem to have projects in it and it's a good mag. I've had a scrip for probably 15 years or so.

Thats a good one and a related publication is Shop Notes.

 

[little d]

ya might try your local libary, won't hurt.

 

[Krusty]

I like Family Handyman and Wood Magazine, but the Taunton book on Built-Ins might be a good place to start for these projects. You might look for good information on face frames. Taunton has beginning books on WW that are always well-illustrated.

Krusty

 

[Zeke]

Yeah, a specific book on cabinets is what I'd get; buy or check out. Generalized carpentry books are just that, too generalized. I have one about joints and joining, that's all that's in it.

 

[Chipmunk]

$25.00 plus shipping...

 

[NUTTSGT]

I'm not sure where you're at but do you have a Half-priced books store around you ? You can find some decent books there at great prices.
http://www.hpb.com/stores/

 

[kbs2244]

Just be sure you reconize the differance between a "rough" and a "finish" carpenter.
You are talking finish. Cabinetry.
Rough, or frameing, carpenters do the "construction" type work.
Joists, sub floors, studs, etc.

 

[plung]

You could always watch New Yankee Workshop if its still on. I always learned by watching.

I used to watch This Old House, Home Time, Bob Villa's show and New Yankee Workshop starting when I was a teenager.

 

[ratdoggy]

Thats a good one and a related publication is Shop Notes.

Just ordered my FREE preview issue

 

[doodah man]

I'm saving my money for this one:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1561588261/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Tage Frid Teaches Woodworking Set (Vol 1-3). I've read lots of good things about it.

 

[George in Rancho Cordova]

Genesis.

 

[70redbee]

I agree with going to a used bookstore. We have Wonder Book and Video here, they have just about any topic you could want. Check in your area for used books and you will find something.

 

[pist0lpete]

George Nakashima is a legendary woodworker and furniture-maker from Bucks County PA. He wrote The Soul of a Tree, a perfect book for the aspiring cabinetmaker or craftsman. A how-to book that also includes discussion of a more spiritual approach to woodworking that is often developed by dedicated craftsman. A great read for any ability level!

http://www.nakashimawoodworker.com/inventory/14