Alan Holtham

 

How to Season and Dry Your Own Wood is an indispensable guide to working with wood, looking at its formation, distinguishing between different species and types, clarifying important terminology and identifying potential problems.

With his approachable style, Holtham tackles the science behind working with timber, answering questions and showing how to practically apply this knowledge. Areas covered include: anatomical structures of wood, data on working properties, seasoning and drying requirements, potential problems and solution and health and safety considerations.