Wood Identification & Use

Updated Edition

Terry Porter

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Hardback

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English

Miscellaneous
01 August 2025

Encyclopaedias & reference works; DIY: carpentry & woodworking

UPDATED EDITION: This lavishly illustrated book includes more than 200 species of wood.

Each species is described in detail, with a colour photograph and information on its working properties, seasoning requirements uses, and safety considerations.

Sections in the book include: .

Decorative figuring .

Wood defects .

Potential health hazards

The book also includes inspirational examples of: .

Finished work .

A glossary of technical terms .

Drawings of living trees

All of these enhance the appreciation of woodwork's raw materials.

Aimed at small-scale users, whether professional or amateur, the book includes woods used in cabinetmaking, joinery, carpentry, turning, carving and many more specialist applications.

AUTHOR: Terry Porter was born and raised in Cambridge, England. His 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 and examiner in English as a Foreign Language, both in Britain and abroad. 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.

1500 colour illustrations

By: Terry Porter
Imprint: Miscellaneous
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 276mm, Width: 210mm,
ISBN: 9781784947101
ISBN 10: 1784947105
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 01 August 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Terry Porter (d.2019) was born and raised in Cambridge, England. His 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 and examiner in English as a Foreign Language, both in Britain and abroad. 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.

Reviews for Wood Identification & Use (Updated Edition)

Wood Identification & Use has been helping woodworkers with their craft for over 20 years with its comprehensive guide to the properties and uses of different wood types. This new edition has been updated to include changes to the availability of endangered and restricted tree species, as well as the latest research on the health risks associated with particular timbers. The book begins with a useful introduction to general knowledge about wood and forests, including a detailed glossary of wood terminology. The main part of the book is a directory of over 200 wood types; for each one, its properties are described including its appearance, workability, durability, seasoning requirements, typical uses and any health risks associated with it. The text is accompanied by photographs of wood samples, illustrations of the trees and examples of items made from the timber. This book would be very useful to help you identify any ‘mystery’ woods you come across. There is plenty of useful information for carvers here – you can learn more about your favourite woods and perhaps be tempted to try out some new ones too. * Woodcarving magazine *