An edition of Modern carpentry (2008)

Modern carpentry

essential skills for the building trades

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An edition of Modern carpentry (2008)

Modern carpentry

essential skills for the building trades

11th ed.
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Modern Carpentry is a colorful, easy-to-understand source of authoritative and up-to-date information on building materials, tools, and construction methods. It provides detailed coverage of all aspects of light construction. Included are site development, print reading, site layout, excavating, foundation work, framing, sheathing, insulating, roofing, window and door installation, exterior finishing, interior finishing, and mechanical systems. Chapters are arranged in a logical sequence similar to the order builders use to complete various phases of home construction. Special emphasis is given to the carpenter's workplace and what is expected of a new carpenter on a job site. - Introduction.

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English
Pages
1006

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Modern carpentry: essential skills for the building trades
2008, Goodheart-Willcox Co.
Hardcover in English - 11th ed.

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Table of Contents

Section 1 : Preparing to build.
Building materials
The carpenter's workplace
Plans, specifications, and codes
Hand tools
Power tools
Building layout
Section 2 : Footings, foundations, and framing.
Footings and foundations
Floor framing
Wall and ceiling framing
Roof framing
Framing with steel
Section 3 : Closing in.
Roofing materials and methods
Windows and exterior doors
Exterior wall finish
Section 4 : Finishing.
Thermal and sound insulation
Interior wall and ceiling finish
Finish flooring
Stair construction
Doors and interior trim
Cabinetry
Painting, finishing, and decorating
Section 5 : Special construction.
Chimneys and fireplaces
Post-and-beam construction
Systems-built housing
Passive solar construction
Remodeling, renovating, and repairing
Building decks and porches
Section 6 : Mechanical systems.
Electrical wiring
Plumbing systems
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
Section 7 : Scaffolds and careers.
Scaffolds and ladders
Carpentry : a career path
Appendix A : Carpentry math review
Appendix B : Technical information
Glossary of technical terms

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Includes index.

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Tinley Park, Ill

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Dewey Decimal Class
694
Library of Congress
TH5604 .W34 2008, TH5604.W34 2008

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Hardcover
Pagination
1006 p.
Number of pages
1006
Dimensions
29 x x centimeters

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Open Library
OL24878017M
ISBN 10
159070648X
ISBN 13
9781590706480
LCCN
2005056701

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