There are many woodturning videos available. But how do you decide which one is worth your time and effort? Here are four of my favorite wood turning videos: Rex Burningham and Kip Christensen. Ernie Conover and John Jordan are also great. These instructors are all experts and share their knowledge. I hope that these videos inspire and motivate you to improve your wood turning skills. These videos will be worth your money and time, so go check them out! Don't forget to share what you like on Facebook!
Rex Burningham
Rex Burningham wood turning videos are an excellent way to learn the basics of wood turning. The two turners are well-known for creating dozens of unique, tuned projects. They have more than fifty years experience. These DVDs will show you everything, from how to shape a spoon through to how to turn an ornament display stand. These videos will make you happy to have them in your library. Learn more about these great instructors by reading on.
Kip Christensen
Kip Christensen's videos on woodturning might interest you if you are just starting out in woodturning. They can help you make beautiful, functional gifts and furniture. These videos are great for learning more about woodturning. These videos often include tutorials from some the top woodturners around.
This book has 16 unique woodturning ideas. These projects range from bowls, boxes, and sculptures. Each project comes with clear, concise instructions, step by step photography, and a few useful tools. The author walks through the steps of creating each project and shares his creative thinking to make it beautiful. He shares his knowledge and experiences in a way that will encourage you to learn woodturning.
Ernie Conover
Ernie Conover's videos are an excellent introduction to wood turning. With more than 55 minutes of instructional videos, he provides you with everything you need to get started. You will learn about the techniques and subtle rhythms involved in the different wood turning processes. Turning for Furniture gives you an overview of the process, and opens up new possibilities for your projects. This lesson takes you inside Ernie Conover’s workshop for 55 minutes.
In addition to turning, Ernie Conover's videos cover tools and equipment. These videos can help you learn how to use a lathe or sharpen tools. His videos can show you how to make an exotic oyster box, color a platter or make an end grain vase. Woodturning – A Foundation Course and Turning Wood With Ernie Conover complement each other, giving detailed information about how to start woodturning.
John Jordan
John Jordan Woodturning Video - This is the place to be if you are considering purchasing one. This internationally renowned woodturning teacher has taught in eight other countries and all over the US. His work is in the collections at major museums and corporations. These videos will teach you everything about Jordan's technique. To get started with your wood turning journey, you can buy this video or any John Jordan wood turning video. You can also find videos of him covering many topics.
The DVD begins with a discussion on the safety precautions you need to take when working with wood. Then, it discusses the various tools you have. It shows how you can turn the perfect basic cylinder as well as how cut beads and fillets. John also shows you how to use a variety of tools. Once you have mastered the tools you can learn how to turn. You can eventually create something beautiful from woodworking.
FAQ
How do you calculate woodworking prices?
The most important thing to remember when calculating costs for any project is to keep them as low as possible. Always make sure you get the best price on materials. Also, consider all other factors that can affect the price of your projects such as skill level, experience, time and cost. If you want to get an idea of what you can expect to spend on different types of woodwork projects, check out our guide to the average price of common household DIY tasks.
What kind of wood should I use?
The most commonly used woods for woodworking are oak, maple, cherry. Each type of wood has its own unique characteristics that can affect the final product's appearance. Oak tends to be harder and darker than other woods. Birch is lightweight and soft while mahogany is heavier and denser. You can also choose between solid wood and veneers. Veneers are thin wood sheets that are glued together to form one layer.
Can I refinish my own furniture?
Yes! You don't have to hire a professional to refinish furniture. There are many ways you can do it yourself. Here are some suggestions:
Use sandpaper for removing stains and scratches. Finally, use a clean cloth or sponge to clean the surface.
Clear polyurethane varnish should be applied. Allow furniture to dry completely before you move it around.
Paint furniture with acrylic paint.
You can stain the furniture instead of using paint. Furniture will look richer with the stain.
Use shellac wax. You can protect your wood with wax and give it shine.
Does it take a genius to make woodworking work?
No. No. Woodworking isn't rocket science. You can create beautiful pieces of art by learning how to use simple power tools.
Statistics
- The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that the number of jobs for woodworkers will decline by 4% between 2019 and 2029. (indeed.com)
- Average lumber prices rose about 600 percent between April 2020 and May 2021. (familyhandyman.com)
- Woodworkers on the lower end of that spectrum, the bottom 10% to be exact, make roughly $24,000 a year, while the top 10% makes $108,000. (zippia.com)
- Overall employment of woodworkers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations. (bls.gov)
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How To
How to make wood joints
This tutorial will teach you how to join two pieces wood together. The "pocket hole joint" is a method whereby we drill holes into the wood and glue them together. This method works great if your wood is straight and smooth. If your wood isn't straight or flat, you might want to try another method, such as dowel joinery. Here are the steps
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Drill Pocket Hole Joints. Measure and mark the location where you would like to place the pocket hole joint. You will then drill 3/4" deep holes through each piece of wood with a jigsaw, handheld drilling machine, or hand-held drill.
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Sand Smooth. Sanding the edges of the wood will help to prevent the joint from splitting later.
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Glue both sides together. Apply glue on both sides of the wooden plank. Let the wood sit for 5 minutes, then clamp it together.
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Attach the Pieces together. After the glue has dried you can attach the pieces to form a flush joint.
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Trim Joinery. Trim any excess wood surrounding the joint once the glue has dried completely.
Make sure to leave enough room between the pieces so that you can turn them inside and out.