Woodturning

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Woodturning is an ancient craft which today is practiced by hobbyists and professionals alike, with a variety of tools and equipment. There are many different turning techniques and styles.

The objective of this Wikibook is to provide a single on-line reference source for information about the art and craft of woodturning.

[edit] Table of Contents

Turning a bowl

[edit] Equipment

  1. Lathes
  2. Lathe Accessories
  3. Tools

[edit] Techniques

  1. Safety
  2. Anchor, Bevel, Cut
  3. Spindle turning
  4. Bowl turning
  5. Hollow vessels
  6. Involuted turning
  7. Multi-axis turning
  8. Green wood turning
  9. Copy turning
  10. Embellishment
  11. Finishing

[edit] Materials

  1. Wood
  2. Wood species
  3. Abrasives
  4. Adhesives
  5. Finishes

[edit] Projects

  1. Salt and Pepper Shakers

[edit] Appendices

  1. Woodturning organisations

[edit] Further reading

[edit] About this book

  1. How to help write this book
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