Today’s most comprehensive course in residential construction. The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House not only lives up to its name, but the detailed illustrations put this reference in a league of its own. It’s your single source for reliable instruction in building a house from foundation to finishing touches ― and it’s a beautiful book as well. An essential reference for builders, carpenters, and homeowners! Find everything you need in one easy-to-navigate guide that covers all the bases: Building the structure : foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, raftered and trussed roofs Closing the house to weather : roofing, installing windows, doors, siding and trim, controlling moisture Finishing the house: wall and floor coverings, hanging interior doors, installing trim and cabinets, building stairs Expert step-by-step instruction and detailed illustrations. The Compete Visual Guide to Building a House combines the expertise of builder-author John Carroll with over 1,200 full-color drawings by illustrator Chuck Lockhart. Finally, a step-by-step guide that provides a complete course in residential carpentry and construction from two pros who, together, have over 65 years of experience in the building trades. Eliminate guesswork and avoid costly missteps . Building a house is a complex and challenging undertaking that requires knowing what needs to be done at every critical step – and that’s exactly what you will find in The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House . With this guide in hand, you’ll be armed with the right information and clear illustrations whenever you need them.
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The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House
By: John Carroll
ISBN-10: 1600850227
ISBN-13 : 978-1600850226
Publisher : Taunton Press; Illustrated edition (March 18, 2014)
Language : English
Hardcover: 528 pages
Reading Age : None
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.87 x 10.88 inches
Item Weight : 3.77 pounds
$38.49 $30.79
SKU9781600850226
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