Boat Building Techniques Illustrated

To build a boat from scratch or just complete a hull, sound woodworking skills are essential. Whether the hull is of steel, aluminium, GRP, or any form of wooden construction, this illustrated book provides graphic guidance in solving any particular or difficult problems. The first part of the book covers the wide range of techniques and skills needed when constructing a boat, from interpreting the plans to hints on working different timbers. The second section of the book looks at materials while the third looks at tools. Throughout, the book considers many of the puzzling questions which need to be solved by anyone thinking of doing serious woodwork on a boat.