N4/5 Practical Woodworking

Materials

Materials

Explanations and descriptions of hardwoods, softwoods and manufactured boards

Reading working drawings

Working drawings and cutting lists

What is a working drawing? How do you read them? What is a cutting list and how do I write one? All answered in this video and slideshow.

Lathe and turning

Lathe and turning

An overview of woodturning on the lathe

Surface finishes

Surface finishes

An overview of varnish, oil, wax and stains. Includes how to apply each and obtain a great finish.

Tools - Measuring and marking out

Tools: Measuring and marking out

Names, uses and sub-components

Tools - Bench work

Tools: Bench work

Names, uses and sub-components

Tools - Cramping

Tools: Cramping

Names, uses and sub-components

Tools - Planes and spokeshaves

Tools: Planes and spokeshaves

Names, uses and sub-components

Tools - Machine tools

Tools: Machine and power tools

Learn about common workshop power tools and their associated safety practices. Narrated lesson plus slides.

Tools - Saws

Tools: Saws and sawing

An explanation of the different types of saws and the jargon that describes them. Narrated lesson plus slides.

Woodwork joints

Woodwork joints

Joints for Frame and Carcase construction. Descriptions and pictures of the joints along with a detailed comparison of each.