Illustrated Cabinetmaking

Starred review from June 1, 2008
With more than 100 project plans for everything from tables to beds to built-ins, woodworker Hylton's ("Router Magic") exhaustive primer, whose original, 1998 edition is now out of print, still has great value for any woodworking collection. He begins with a brief introduction to period style, then covers joinery in depth. There are no glamour shots, only clear, black-and-white drawings for assembly and measurements. Exploded-view drawings highlight each piece's details and special features. Because of the few instructions on construction, this is not a book for beginners; rather, it is a collection of patterns with citations to additional offerings in other books and publications. For the advanced woodworker, it is a treasure trove of project ideas. Recommended for woodworking collections in any library.

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