Books by Brian Porter

Part of a series of three books which together provide a practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students. This work deals with the fundamentals of the subject from topics such as timber and wood preservation and protection, to an outline of the tools available and information on the basic woodworking joints, adhesives and fixing devices.

Suitable for students following City and Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification, this guide to carpentry and joinery builds on the fundamental knowledge, covering advanced topics and procedures, including machine tools.

Suitable for students following City and Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification, this guide to carpentry and joinery builds on the fundamental knowledge. It provides coverage of advanced topics and procedures, including working with particular door and window types.