Inside Learn to Turn, you'll discover: How to select the lathe that's right for you The many tools that are used for turning and how to use them How to transform firewood into suitable turning material The fundamentals of sharpening, sanding, and finishing A dozen step-by-step projects to help build your skills Your Beginner-Friendly Guide to Woodturning Want to get started turning? Don't know where to begin? Inside this book, author and expert woodworker Barry Gross provides expert instruction, valuable tips, and common-sense advice that will guide you through a fun-filled turning experience! Jump into this revised & expanded edition to learn all about the basics of turning tools, fundamentals of sharpening, tips for sanding and finishing, and more. With Learn to Turn, you'll be turning bowls, pens, birdhouses, and handmade gifts in no time! The ideal woodturning book for beginners Professional instruction with invaluable tips and practical advice Inspiring color photo gallery of completed works Covers lathe selection, basics of turning tools, and fundamentals of sharpening, sanding, and finishing Professional woodturner Barry Gross offers expert guidance The Ideal Beginner's Guide to Woodturning Safety A top priority for every woodturner! From eye, hand, and foot protection to dust control and lathe setup, you'll learn how to operate safely in your workshop and avoid common accidents. Basic Workshop Tools Make the most of your space with tips and tricks for optimizing your shop layout. Discover how to choose and operate your lathe, then learn all about other turning tools and accessories, from gouges to faceplates. Choosing Wood Learn the pros and cons of bought vs. found wood, how to transform logs into suitable turning material, how to create bowl turning blanks, and much more! Sharpening Tools Using dull tools can be dangerous for your projects and yourself! Learn when and how to properly sharpen your tools using a bench grinder. Practical Guide to Turning Techniques Sanding and Finishing Sanding and finishing techniques are key to a well-defined, long-lasting finish for your project. Learn about power sanding, hand sanding, applying finish, spray lacquer, woodturner's finish, EEE cream, and buffing systems. Getting Ready to Turn Learn how to turn whether you are making a project using spindle or faceplate turning. Start by mounting the workpiece, then follow the ABCs of tool control: anchor, bevel, and cut. Barry Gross will walk you through every step. Turning Tool Exercises Once you have your workpiece mounted, follow step-by-step directions to learn what your turning tools can do. From a roughing gouge to a parting tool, you'll practice important techniques for each essential tool for turning wood. Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Projects Spindle Turning Projects Solidify your skills between centers! Create honey dippers (pictured), fantasy wands, peppermills, and more using the spindle turning method. Faceplate Turning Projects Follow the instructions and step-by-step photos to make a natural edge bowl (pictured), end-grain hollow vessel, bangle bracelet, and more! Start with a simple bowl and work your way up in difficulty. Combination Projects Learn how to switch back and forth between spindle and faceplate turning techniques to create an ornamental birdhouse, wooden fruit (pictured), and a box with lid. This is a chance to be creative and inventive, take your time, and have fun! Troubleshooting "Things happen!" Included in this revised and expanded edition is a special troubleshooting section that offers simple solutions to common turning mistakes. Don't get frustrated; learn how to redesign your project when the unexpected happens!
✔ Author(s): Barry Gross
✔ Title: Learn to Turn, 3rd Edition Revised & Expanded: A Beginner's Guide to Woodturning Techniques and 12 Projects (Fox Chapel Publishing) Step-by-Step Instructions, Troubleshooting, Tips, & Expert Advice
✔ Rating : 4.6 out of 5 base on (949 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1565239288
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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