Product ReviewsUnderstanding Wood : A Craftsman's Guide to Wood Technology by R. Bruce Hoadley (1980, Hardcover)

Great reference addition to workshop library

While I have only had the book for a short time, the initial readings
have been very well done and easy to read. Am impressed with the authors
knowledge and ability to convey information in an easily understood manner.
Am pleased with the purchase and making every effort to continue reading as
time permits. Am pleased to to be adding this volume to my library for future
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Authoritative classic for woodworkers.

This book is the Gold Standard for woodworkers. My first copy came with the sawmill that I bought thirty years ago, and I have read it through several times since.

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Just what I was looking for!

"Understanding Wood" was exactly what I was looking for at a great price. I recommend it to all who want to know more about wood. That may not be for everyone but if you work with wood, are thinking about making furniture or cabinets, or even a cabin then this will be a very helpful book.Read full review...

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Precisely accurate.

I had this book before and lent it out. Will not do that again. This book is the product of an educated scientist's lifework studying and testing wood. This is a book serious woodworkers should have at their elbow while designing any furniture or construction project. Much of the learning process with wood comes from reading books and information from others, such as a teacher or friend. The ultimate teacher is experience and practiced observation of your results and reviewing your process. Hoadley can save you years of work by explaining and showing you why wood behaves the way it does. The book is loaded with pictures and drawings that can help lead you through successful projects.Read full review...

This is Number One Reference Book for Woodworkers

There comes a time in a woodworkers journey that pine, oak, cherry and other common woods just don't make it on the list of project woods. Hoadley covers
wood ID,wood movement, wood strength, and working with and finishing wood.
If you are working with american woods, you should have this book.Read full review...

Everything really technical on wood.

This has been the go-to reference for technical info on wood for decades. This from a materials engineer with a long term hobby working wood.

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A factual history of wood!

A great book on learning more about wood. I am a woodturner and this book was a good investment.

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Informative and thorough

Most informative and thorough volume on the subject of wood. No reason for a serious woodworker not to have a copy.

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Appropriate title

Nice resource for people who like working with and learning more about different types of wood.

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Not a pratical guide

The book contains a significant amount of good information but is not a practical guide for use in the shop

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