{"product_id":"wood-identification-use-9781784947101","title":"Wood Identification \u0026 Use","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWood Identification \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/i\u003e is an indispensable guide to the world's most valuable natural resource.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than 200 species of wood are included in this lavishly illustrated book. Each species is described in detail with color photographs and information on its properties, seasoning requirements, uses and safety considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are sections on decorative figuring, wood defects and potential health hazards. There are also inspirational examples of finished work, a glossary of technical terms and drawings of living trees to help in identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAimed at small-scale users, whether professional or amateur, the book includes woods used in cabinetmaking, joinery, carpentry, turning, carving and a host of more specialist applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePorter, Terry:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eTerry Porter's\u003c\/b\u003e lifelong interest in wood, and working with wood, was instilled in him from an early age by his father. Terry spent many years as a teacher of English as a Foreign Language. During this period he took up woodturning, which furthered his interest in wood and particularly in the many different species suitable for turning. He became a professional turner and furniture maker and was formerly the editor of GMC's best-selling Woodturning magazine. With this background Terry has brought a lifetime's practical experience to his work.","brand":"GMC Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51580299149586,"sku":"9781784947101","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7e60a51e-1d54-4e47-a9f4-53493a387302.jpg?v=1756215479","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/wood-identification-use-9781784947101","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}