Woodworking 101
Schedule
Sat Oct 08 2022 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
Location
Chimera Arts and Maker Space | Sebastopol, CA
About this Event
In this class, you'll learn to use the most common woodworking power tools. In addition, we'll show you how to choose the right wood for your project, cover assembly techniques and apply finishes.
At the end of class you'll walk away with a nice birdhouse to hang in the yard.
Material fee: $10
Class duration: 3 hours
Instructor
Craig Erickson has been a woodworker for several years and has built everything from birdhouses to custom fine furniture.
Questions? [email protected]
Class outline
1. Safety
2. Tools
3. Materials
4. Assembly
5. Finishing
Safety
1. Personal protection equipment (PPE)
2. Best practices
Tools
1. Mitre saw
2. Drills
3. Table saw
4. Router
5. Sanders
Materials
1. Hardwood versus softwoods
2. Plywood
3. Rot resistant woods
4. MDF and others
Assembly
1. Nails, screws or glue?
2. Nails
3. Screws
4. Glue
Finishing your project
1. Sanding and finishing wood
2. Finishes: paint
3. Finishes: polyurethane, shellac, varnish, laquer, etc.
4. Finishes: oils
5. Applying finishes: brushes, sprayers, hand-rubbed
Where is it happening?
Chimera Arts and Maker Space, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 95.00
