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Books & Manuals for Contractors
Design/Build: Framing |
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Graphic Guide to Frame Construction
(For Pros By Pros)
Paperback: 243 pages
Publisher: Taunton Press; 3 edition
(January 1, 2009) ISBN: 1600850235 |
| The book that builders,
architects, and students have relied on for almost 20 years has been completely updated to
cover new materials, construction methods, and the latest building code revisions. The
standard reference in its field, the Graphic Guide to Frame Construction is filled with
hundreds of detailed drawings, helpful annotations, and field-tested advice. The guide
covers foundations, floors, walls, roofs, and stairs and also offers additional
information on advanced framing, engineered and composite materials, and construction in
high-wind and seismic areas. |
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Ultimate Guide to House Framing, 3rd edition Paperback: 240 pages
Publisher: Creative Homeowner; 3rd edition
(February 1, 2009) ISBN: 1580114431 |
| The most up-to-date source for
framing information, the book provides readers with everything they need to know about
building, including structural loads and how they interact, sizing lumber, working with
tools, and reading blueprints. The book includes the platform-framing process--the most
popular style of framing in use today--from foundations to floor framing, wall framing,
roof framing, sheathing, and more... |
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A Roof Cutter's Secrets to Framing
the Custom Home Paperback: 339 pages
Pub: Journal of Light Construction Books; 2nd ed
(December 31, 2006) ISBN: 1928580327 |
| Unveil the hidden tricks of a
professional roof cutter. Quick layouts, cutting and framing techniques for every type of
roof, ceiling and wall imaginable, plus an appendix with key calculations using
Construction Master calculator make this an invaluable resource. |
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Framing Floors, Walls & Ceilings (For Pros By Pros) Paperback: 281 pages
Publisher: Taunton Press; Upd Rev edition
(February 1, 2009) ISBN: 1600850693 |
| The latest edition of this
essential volume stands as the most authoritative and exhaustive source of information on
the basics of framing, as well as such trickier techniques as building curved walls and
cathedral ceilings. This updated version features cutting-edge insights into the very
latest framing tools and materials, including engineered lumber, I-joist trusses, and
LVLs. Packed with field-tested, hands-on techniques and trade secrets from the finest
builders in the country, this fully illustrated manual is a must for any framer. |
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Complete Book of Framing: An Illustrated Guide for Residential
Construction Paperback: 336 pages
Publisher: R.S. Means Company
(June 30, 2007) ISBN: 0876290144 |
| This straightforward,
easy-to-learn method will help framers, carpenters, and handy homeowners build their
skills in rough carpentry and framing. It shows how to frame all the parts of a house:
floors, walls, roofs, door & window openings, and stairs - with hundreds of color
photographs and drawings that show every detail. The book gives beginners all the basics
they need to go from zero framing knowledge to a journeyman level, and it provides
valuable tips and tables for the experienced carpenter. |
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