Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Carpentry and Joinery 2 is the second in a series of three books, which together provide an authoritative and thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students following City & Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification. This book is also ideal for a wide range of amateur and professional woodworkers. Volume 2 builds on the fundamental knowledge introduced in volume 1, by covering more advanced topics and procedures, including machine tools. Essential 'back-up' topics are presented throughout the text to revise the key aspects covered in volume 1. The reader is shown how to apply this basic theory to actual carpentry and joinery practice in a highly illustrated, easily accessible text. The third edition has been fully updated in line with changes to the Building Regulations and current legislation, the third edition also incorporates developments in current best practice, with a comprehensive match to the latest qualifications in Wood Occupations.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Foreword (p. ix)
• Preface to the First Edition (p. x)
• Preface to the Second Edition (p. x)
• Preface to the Third Edition (p. xi)
• Acknowledgements (p. xii)
• Chapter 1 Timber (p. 1)
• 1.1 Growth and structure or a tree (p. 1)
• 1.2 Hardwood and softwood trees (p. 4)
• 1.3 Forest distribution (Source and supply of timber) (p. 5)
• 1.4 Conversion into timber (p. 9)
• 1.5 Size and selection of sawn timber (p. 14)
• 1.6 Structural defects (natural defects) (p. 15)
• 1.7 Drying timber (p. 18)
• 1.8 Grading timber (p. 31)
• 1.9 Processing squared sectioned timber (p. 39)
• 1.10 Structure of wood and identification of timber (p. 44)
• 1.11 Properties of timber (p. 55)
• Chapter 2 Enemies of Wood and Wood Based Products (p. 60)
• 2.1 Non-rotting fungi (Sap-staining fungi) (p. 61)
• 2.2 Wood-rotting fungi (p. 61)
• 2.3 Attack by wood boring insects (p. 66)
• Chapter 3 Wood Preservation and Protection (p. 74)
• 3.1 Paint and varnishes (p. 74)
• 3.2 Water-repellent exterior stains (p. 75)
• 3.3 Preservatives (p. 75)
• 3.4 Methods applying preservatives (p. 78)
• 3.5 Flame-retardant treatments (p. 81)
• 3.6 Other treatments (p. 81)
• 3.7 Health and safety (p. 81)
• Chapter 4 Manufactured Boards and Panel Products (p. 84)
• 4.1 Veneer plywood (p. 84)
• 4.2 Core plywood (p. 89)
• 4.3 Chipboard (p. 90)
• 4.4 Wood-cement particleboard (p. 93)
• 4.5 Oriented Strand Board OSB (p. 94)
• 4.6 Fibre building boards (p. 96)
• 4.7 Laminated plastics (Decorative Laminates) (p. 101)
• 4.8 Fibre cement building boards (p. 105)
• 4.9 Plasterboards (p. 106)
• 4.10 Composite boards (p. 107)
• 4.11 Conditioning wood-based boards and other sheet materials (p. 107)
• 4.12 Storage and stacking (p. 108)
• 4.13 Handling (p. 109)
• 4.14 Health & safety (p. 109)
• Chapter 5 Handtools and Workshop Procedures (p. 111)
• 5.1 Measuring tools (p. 111)
• 5.2 Setting-out, marking-out & marking-off tools (p. 112)
• 5.3 Saws (p. 117)
• 5.4 Planes (p. 122)
• 5.5 Boring tools (p. 128)
• 5.6 Chisels (wood) (p. 135)
• 5.7 Shaping tools (p. 137)
• 5.8 Driving (Impelling) tools (p. 138)
• 5.9 Lever & withdrawing tools (p. 146)
• 5.10 Finishing tools & abrasives (p. 147)
• 5.11 Holding equipment (tools & devices) (p. 149)
• 5.12 Tool storage & accessory containers (p. 153)
• 5.13 Tool maintenance (p. 159)
• Chapter 6 Portable Electric Mains Powered Hand Tools & Machines (p. 167)
• 6.1 Specification plate (SP) (p. 167)
• 6.2 Earthing, insulation & electrical safety (p. 168)
• 6.3 Use of portable power tools (p. 171)
• 6.4 Electric drills (rotary) (p. 171)
• 6.5 Rotary impact (percussion) drills (p. 174)
• 6.6 Rotary hammer drills (p. 175)
• 6.7 Drill chucks (p. 175)
• 6.8 Electric screwdrivers (p. 176)
• 6.9 Sanders (p. 177)
• 6.10 Circular saws (p. 178)
• 6.11 Mitre saws (p. 181)
• 6.12 Combination saw bench and Mitre saws (p. 183)
• 6.13 Reciprocating saws (p. 183)
• 6.14 Planers (p. 186)
• 6.15 Routers (p. 187)
• 6.16 Nail and staple guns (p. 191)
• Chapter 7 Battery-Operated (Cordless) Hand Tools (p. 193)
• 7.1 Method of use (p. 193)
• 7.2 Safe operation (p. 193)
• Chapter 8 Cartridge Operated Fixing Tools (Ballistic Tools) (p. 196)
• 8.1 Types of tool (p. 196)
• 8.2 Cartridges (p. 197)
• 8.3 Fixing devices (p. 198)
• 8.4 Base materials (p. 199)
• 8.5 Fixing to concrete (p. 201)
• 8.6 Fixing into steel (usually structural mild steel sections) (p. 202)
• 8.7 Safe operation (p. 202)
• Chapter 9 Basic Static Woodworking Machine (p. 205)
• 9.1 Crosscutting machines (p. 206)
• 9.2 Hand feed circular saw benches (p. 209)
• 9.3 Dimension saw (p. 211)
• 9.4 Panel saws (p. 212)
• 9.5 Saw blades (p. 213)
• 9.6 Planing machines (p. 216)
• 9.7 Narrow bandsaw machines (p. 222)
• 9.8 Mortising machines (p. 227)
• 9.9 Sanding machines (p. 229)
• 9.10 Grinding machines (p. 230)
• 9.11 Workshop layout (p. 232)
• 9.12 Safety (p. 232)
• Chapter 10 Basic Woodworking Joints (p. 235)
• 10.1 Lengthening - end joints (p. 235)
• 10.2 Widening - edge joints (p. 235)
• 10.3 Framing - angle joints (p. 238)
• Chapter 11 Wood Adhesives (p. 245)
• 11.1 Adhesive types (p. 245)
• 11.2 Adhesive characteristics (p. 247)
• 11.3 Application of adhesives (p. 248)
• 11.4 Safety precautions (p. 248)
• Chapter 12 Fixing Devices (p. 249)
• 12.1 Nails (p. 249)
• 12.2 Wood screws (p. 251)
• 12.3 Threaded bolts (p. 255)
• 12.4 Fixing plates (p. 255)
• 12.5 Plugs (p. 257)
• 12.6 Combination plugs (p. 258)
• 12.7 Cavity fixings (p. 261)
• 12.8 Anchor bolts (p. 262)
• Practical Projects (p. 268)
• 1 Porterbox - drop fronted tool box and saw stool (p. 268)
• 2 Portercaddy (p. 272)
• 3 Portercase (p. 275)
• 4 Porterdolly (p. 276)
• 5 Porterchest (p. 277)
• 6 Porterbench (p. 282)
• 7 Portertrestle - traditional saw stool (p. 286)
• Index (p. 293)

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Brian Porter - Former Lecturer at Leeds College of Building.

Christopher Tooke - Former Lecturer and Programme Manager at Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College, Chief Examiner for the Institute of Carpenters.