Name Red Alder
Location Western North America
Texture/Grain Fine/Partly Closed
Specific Gravity 0.41
Hardness Very Soft
Strength Weak
T/R Stability 7.3/4.4%

 

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hen the core knowledge isn't enough -- and it soon won't be if your craftsmanship grows -- there are many places where you can find additional information. At the ends of each section, we've included books, web sites, and other sources for more information on the topic of that specific section. We've also put together a list of more general resources.

 

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Woodworking Online -- "The Internet is has become the major source of woodworking information."
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Woodworking Information

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Showcases of Craftsmanship

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Woodworking Education

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Woodworking Forums
 

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Woodworking Publications -- "We don't list all the woodworking publications, just those that we have reviewed and found to be worthwhile to read or watch."
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Woodworking Books

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Woodworking Periodicals

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Woodworking Videos

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Woodworking Plans
 

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Woodworking Schools -- "While the Internet and publishing are great media for conveying information, many aspiring craftsmen still prefer to learn their craft the old-fashioned way -- from experienced craftsmen."
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College Programs

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General  Woodworking Schools

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Specialty Woodworking Schools
 

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Woodworking Institutions & Organizations -- "While woodworking is a fulfilling craft, there is often nothing better than getting together to swap lies with your fellow craftsmen."
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Professional Organizations

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Woodworking Clubs
 

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Woodworking Tool Manufacturers -- "Toolmaking is its own craft, and there are hundreds of skilled practitioners."
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Hand Tools

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Stationary Power Tools

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Portable Power Tools
 

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Lumber &  Woodworking Supplies -- "The most commonly asked question in woodworking is, 'Where can I find...?'"
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Sawyers & Lumber Suppliers

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General Online & Mail-Order Suppliers

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Specialty Online & Mail-Order Suppliers

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Woodworking Stores
 

 

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 "Abundant to all the needs of man, how poor the world would be without wood."
Eric Sloane in Reverence for Wood

 

Guide to Woodworking Resources for the Workshop Companion,
essential information about wood, woodwork, and woodworking.
By Nick Engler.

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