Covers 37 types of wood commonly found in American antiques, based on the species Hoadley has encountered in museums, collections, shops, auctions, garage sales etc. Each wood is described in terms of their physical properties, with a macroscopic view to explain critical features used in identification. Also includes a guide to the simple tools and techniques required for identifying wood and how to deal with the many special problem situations.

Covers 37 types of wood commonly found in antiques. Features detailed look at the 'tools and techniques used in the trade. By R. Bruce Hoadley, author of two highly acclaimed books on understanding and identifying wood.

About the Author
Widely considered to be the authority on wood and wood technology, R. Bruce Hoadley is author of two highly acclaimed books on understanding and identifying wood, Hoadley has had a lifelong passion for antiques, and he now turns his attention to explaining how to identify the woods used in antiques and collectibles.


Book Information
ISBN 9781631863714
Author R.Bruce Hoadley
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Taunton Press Inc
Publisher Taunton Press Inc
Dimensions(mm) 241mm * 171mm * 13mm