Essential Guide to the Steel Square

The simple steel square is a common tool found in most toolboxes -- but are you getting the most out of yours?

Essential Guide to the Steel Square contains its promise in its subtitle: “How to Figure Everything Out with One Simple Tool, No Batteries Required.” The book provides how-to insights about using a regular or framing square for a raft of computing tasks for layout and measurement tasks. You’ll be able to quickly solve common construction problems involving angles, arcs, circles, & squares.

Ken Horner, the author of “Woodworkers' Essential Facts, Formulas and Short-Cuts,” once again offers practical advice, simple rules of thumb, and skill-building exercises, backed up by clear illustrations and diagrams. He also provides a fascinating history of the square, served up with his sincere and gleeful interest in the topic.

“A valuable reference for woodworkers, carpenters and builders who want to learn how to use the steel square” - Wood Shop News