A Timber Framer's Workshop
350262
I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in the ART of timber framing! I can tell that Mr. Chappell is a perfectionist. He not only explains how to build a TF, but goes into great detail on WHY it is to be built a certain way. I plan to someday build a TF cabin of my own, and this book will be my manual. Thanks!
1067816
Woodworking is  my passionate hobby.  After a tour of Montecello, I asked the docent if the doors were new or restored-since the finish was relatively fresh compared to the rest of the 200 year old building.  He informed me that the finish was a faux woodgrain.  I have since been looking for a pictorial refence to learn how it was done.  There are many resources for assorted faux finishes. "Finishing Magic" is dedicated to woodgraining exclusively, and just what I needed.  While some of the techniques are overly decorative, others will be indespensible.  It is easy reading, and the photos are excellent.
3245817
Nice wood rack frame, sturdy, holds a lot of wood. Adds a good organization quality to the back yard. Great buy.
158058
a nice piece of wood - works well - very happy
2427891
Nice project for Grandpa and Grandkids...nicely packaged; precut; easy instuctions and a good starter kit for young carpenters! AND the finished product is very practical and useful!
3497846
Great book for people who want to learn woodworking.
4521170
You will get a nice job of planing. look to be a very dependable tool for the money .
It is being used in a commercial wood shop.
3935762
Clear detailed instructions, photos and illustrations to help an average woodworker improve joints.
587423
I finished the base using Poplar !.5"X1.5" wood stained red chestnut  with clear satin varathane. Took awhile but it was worth it, The instructions were very clear. I'm still restoring and improving my Ryobi BT-3000 table saw stand so I haven't tried it out. I'm sure it will work out very well. My only complaint is I didn't do this years ago. Also loved the great price.
1144113
We are trying to rehabilitate a 200 year old post-and-beam farmhouse and this has been very helpful.  It has very detailed drawings of what used to be a common way of building houses.  It includes labelled diagrams of the parts of the house, various ways to cut the joints, tools, dimensions of a 12x16 shed and a huge amount of encouragement.  Very worthwhile purchase.
1809248
It was a good read, I wish there was more information regarding selecting the timber for the post and framing.
4371940
I'm building a 8x10 shed using timber framing joinery. This is my first attempt at timber framing. The book offered a good overview and very good information on the types of joints and why you would want to use a particular one. What I really like was he showed how to actually lay out some of the cuts, like the angled end cuts on braces.
1369992
I am in search of expertise as I finish my barn/shop.  Tolpin is a one man shop, and he lets us benifit from his mistakes, and planning. Especially in situations where you may be doing repetitive cabinet building? There are some pieces of information that are common knowledge, but not until they are stated? There were moments when I said "oh?" "Yeah!"

This is an early work by Mr. Tolpin, and it is an information book for we who are also in the early stages.

Would have given five stars but there is some additional information now available.

The pictures and problem solving are worth having.
2486593
Planning on building a workshop.  Some good ideas.  Will see what I can get done when I have the time.
1652818
The wood it used is good and It is easy to put it together.
It is just what i want.
3859434
I found that the steel pegboard to be the best solution for my needs.  My workshop is only 350 square feet and is divided into three compartments: 1. Lawn and gardening equipment; 2. Lumber storage, cutting and assembly; 3. Engineering, design, and records. I plan to purchase Three more of these pegboards with additional pegs in the not too distant future. Thus, this will free-up considerable shelf and tabletop space for the assembley of my many little projects.
535555
It is obvious to me that log construction is more than just a craft.  I was not aware how fast things are changing in the art of log construction.  The author seems to be on the cutting edge of log building technology.  There is a lot to more to know before you start your own log home than I was aware of.  I am now going into it with a much greater understanding of the process than I had before.  I will start mine this summer.  It will be beautiful.  thank you Robert.