Description Basic Techniques – Maintenance – Repair This is both an introduction and a reference guide for wooden boat fans… new and semi-pro. Originally published in Sweden, author Thomas Larsson, has years of experience and shares his knowledge of the subject with you. The book focuses on techniques, maintenance, and repair, as well as having a section on purchasing a wooden boat. Includes and extensive glossary. Chapters included on boat care, including winter maintenance, racing, finishing, and stripping. Additionally, there is updated information on boat building, gluing, and tools. With practical instructions and fact boxes with advice and tips, this book will teach you all about maintenance: surface treatment, scraping the hull, equipping the boat in the spring, and looking after it in the winter. Also included are tips on buying a boat, installing an engine, and more.
