Graphic guide to frame construction
By: Rob Thallon
Edition: Fourth edition, revised and updated.
Series: For pros, by pros; For pros, by pros
Publisher: Taunton Press
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 243
ISBN-13: 9781631863721
Subjects: Framing (Building); Wooden-frame buildings; House framing; Drawings; Design and construction
Description: Here for the first time is a complete visual handbook designed for architects, builders, students, and anyone else interested in wood-frame construction. Inside you'll find hundreds of meticulous drawings illustrating every detail you might ever want to know about when building wood, whether you're building basement walls or framing a chimney opening. This wealth of visual information is mined from actual jobsites. Special attention is given throughout to durability and to energy efficiency--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Foundations. Footings ; Foundation walls ; Pier & grade-beam systems ; Basement walls ; Retaining walls ; Drainage & waterproofing ; Wall caps ; Slabs ; Slab details ; Garage slab details ; Radiant slabs ; Details; title: Floors. Beams ; Joist systems ; Subfloor systems ; Porches & decks ; Insulation; title: Walls. Framing ; Lateral bracing ; Sheathing ; Shear walls ; Moisture & air barriers ; Windows ; Doors ; Flashing ; Siding ; Insulation; title: Roofs. Framing ; Sheathing ; Flashing ; Roofing ; Gutters & downspouts ; Insulation & ventilation; title: Stairs. Framing ; Treads & risers ; Balustrades ; Handrails ; Exterior stairs ; Exterior steps.