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  • Construction Contractsby John Murdoch; Will Hughes

    Spon Press 2000; US$ 53.95

    This is a fully revised edition of the UKs number one textbook on the law governing construction contracts and the management and administration of those contracts. more...

  • Structural Foundations Manual for Low-Rise Buildingsby M. F. Atkinson

    Spon Press 2003; US$ 170.00

    This book provides practical solutions for the design of foundations for low-rise buildings, especially those on abnormal or poor ground. It will be a user-friendly reference for contractors, structural engineers, architects and students. more...

  • Audel Carpenter's and Builder's Millwork, Power Tools, and Paintingby Mark Richard Miller; Rex Miller

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2005; US$ 24.99

    How to achieve a perfect finish You already know that the building isn't finished just because the walls are up and the roof is on. Interior details--flooring, stairs, trimwork, cabinets, fireplaces, and painting--finish the project and give it character. This guide clearly explains each step, discusses the tools involved, and even examines insulation, termite protection, maintenance, and how to set up a workshop that makes it all easier. * Determine coverage rates for various paints and make the selection that fits your project * Explore the advantages of paint spray guns and high-pressure water treatments * Analyze types of insulation and choose one that provides peak efficiency * Learn the pros and cons of different types of chimneys and... more...

  • Audel Carpenter's and Builder's Math, Plans, and Specificationsby Mark Richard Miller; Rex Miller

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2005; US$ 24.99

    You can count on a good plan A successful building or remodeling job requires not only a plan, but also the skill to interpret it and an understanding of the mathematics behind it. Whether you are a builder by trade or a do-it-yourself carpenter by choice, turn to this newly updated guide for easy explanations of the math involved and clear instructions on developing and using the necessary plans and specifications. * Explore the different types of wood products and learn what is best for your purpose * Choose appropriate building materials for weather and other natural factors * Refresh your knowledge of fractions, ratios, geometry, and measurement * Understand how to use basic surveying tools * Become familiar with the design process and... more...

  • Audel Carpenter's and Builder's Layout, Foundation, and Framingby Mark Richard Miller; Rex Miller

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2005; US$ 29.99

    Here's knowledge you can build on Whether you're building a storage shed or your dream house, the same principles govern choosing a site, setting the foundation, erecting the walls, and putting on the roof. This handy how-to guide has been totally revised and updated to cover new building materials and the latest techniques in construction and framing. It's where to find answers and solutions, from the first stake to the last roofing nail. * Choose an appropriate site and lay out the structure * Construct a foundation that meets structural needs and weather conditions * Work with block building materials * Understand balloon frame, post-and-beam, and platform frame construction * Calculate rafter length and choose the right roofing materials... more...

  • Carpentry and Joinery 2by Brian Porter; Chris Tooke

    Taylor & Francis 2005; US$ 40.95

    Carpentry and Joinery 2 is the second in a series of three books, which together provide an authoritative and thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students following City & Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification. This book is also ideal for a wide range of amateur and professional woodworkers. Volume 2 builds on the fundamental knowledge introduced in volume 1, by covering more advanced topics and procedures, including machine tools. Essential 'back-up' topics are presented throughout the text to revise the key aspects covered in volume 1. The reader is shown how to apply this basic theory to actual carpentry and joinery practice in a highly illustrated,... more...

  • BDA Guide to Successful Brickworkby The Brick Development Association

    Taylor & Francis 2006; US$ 40.95

    The indispensable guide to good brickwork practice for students and construction professionals alike more...

  • Brickwork for Apprenticesby J. C. Hodge; Malcolm Thorpe

    Taylor & Francis 2006; US$ 38.95

    Brickwork for Apprentices has been the established reference on brickwork for generations of bricklayers. Continuously in print since 1944, John Hodge's classic text has now been fully revised in its fifth edition by Malcolm Thorpe - who acted as a CITB Advisor and was involved in the draughting of the Intermediate Construction Award syllabus (bricklaying route) - to cover the brickwork craft-related units of the latest Construction Awards and related Trowel Occupations NVQs from CITB / City & Guilds at Levels 2 and 3. The fifth edition incorporates extended coverage on the relatively new area of thin joint systems, to match the latest industry-based requirements and technical developments in the field. Content has been brought fully in... more...

  • Carpentry and Joinery 3by Brian Porter; Chris Tooke

    Taylor & Francis 2007; US$ 35.95

    Carpentry and Joinery 3 is the third in a series of three books, which together provide an authoritative and thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students following City & Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification. This book is also ideal for a wide range of amateur and professional woodworkers. Volume 3 builds on the fundamental knowledge introduced in volume 1, and accompanies volume 2 with coverage of additional advanced topics and procedures, including working with particular door and window types. The reader is shown how to apply the basic theory introduced in volume 1 to actual carpentry and joinery practice in a highly illustrated, easily accessible... more...

  • Masonry Instant Answersby Rochelle Jaffe

    McGraw-Hill 2003; US$ 49.95

    Masonry Instant Answers delivers a no-nonsense, informational format packed with charts, tables, and figures -- just enough detail to get the job done. Perfectly sized for carrying on-site, this information-dense resource covers:. * Masonry units. * Mortar and grout. * Reinforcement. * Masonry assembly. * Bracing. * Installation practices. * Hot and cold weather construction. * Code requirements for QA/AC. * ASTM standard requirements for materials and testing. If you've been looking for a portable quick-reference that will help you do your job faster, better, and more economically, check out Masonry Instant Answers. more...