Woodturning: A Foundation Course

Keith Rowley’s bestselling introduction to the art of woodturning is exceptional for its friendly and methodical approach, building up the reader’s skills and confidence by logical and progressive steps. At the heart of Keith’s method are the ‘Laws of Woodturning’: six easily memorised rules which are fundamental to efficient and safe technique. Both between-centers and faceplate turning are described and illustrated in detail. You will learn about timber selection, and how to choose the right tool and equipment. This latest edition has been comprehensively revised and updated by renowned wood turner Mark Baker to include the latest available tools and machinery as well as up-to-date health and safety guidelines. AUTHOR: A time-served joiner and turner, Keith Rowley took up woodturning full-time after retiring from the police force. SELLING POINTS: Includes updated advice on the latest available tools, machinery and safety guidelines 12 projects including: goblet, apple and pear, your first bowl, platter, bar stool, staircase balusters, plinth, inlaid nut bowl, twig pot, pepper mill, table lamp and twist pen. A revised and updated edition of a bestselling book