Windsor Chairmaking

Windsor Chairmaking explores the tools, materials and techniques involved in making these iconic chairs, and provides

plans for two English and two American chairs. The design and body language of Windsors is covered in detail, as well as advice on how other furniture can be made using the same techniques. Written for both novice and experienced woodworkers, this lavish book explains how to make a beautiful Windsor chair that is both functional and elegant.

• Tools, techniques and materials
• Detailed plans and measurements for four chairs
• Unique study of an 18th century armchair
• Over 200 colour photos and drawings

JAMES MURSELL has been making Windsor chairs since the mid-1990s. He has been teaching since 2004 and has taught over 1,600 people, from twenty-three countries, to make Windsor chairs. He also makes specialist chairmaking tools, which he sends all over the world.

Soft back. 124 pages. Full colour.