J Carroll

Gebundenes Buch

The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House, Seventh Edition

What Every Builder and Homeowner Needs to Know about Quality Construction

Beschreibung

A complete step-by-step course in residential carpentry and construction. It features full-colour drawings of every step in the building process from laying a foundation through to installing the finishing touch on a newel post.

Autor

Chuck Lockhart is a veteran residential contractor, writer, and construction consultant with decades of hands-on experience in building and remodeling homes. Known for his clear, pragmatic approach to construction documentation, Lockhart specializes in translating complex building science and code requirements into straightforward, accessible language. As an author and project supervisor, he emphasizes the importance of understanding the why behind construction methods, ensuring that builders and homeowners alike can achieve structurally sound, durable, and code-compliant results. His expertise in all phases of residential building-from foundation work to final trim-makes his guides essential references for demanding professionals and homeowners undertaking their most challenging projects. John Carroll is one of the most respected technical illustrators in the field of home construction and woodworking. A long-time contributor to Fine Homebuilding and other authoritative building publications, Carroll is celebrated for his ability to transform complicated, multi-step construction processes into crystal-clear, technically accurate diagrams and drawings. His illustrations-known for their precision, detail, and instructional value-are considered the benchmark for visual clarity in construction manuals. Carroll's work provides the essential visual literacy that empowers both professional builders and homeowners to understand exactly how structures and systems work and how they should be correctly assembled.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taunton Press Inc
• 7th edition
• Seitenzahl: 528
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. März 2014
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 284mm x 220mm x 30mm
• Gewicht: 1660g
• ISBN-13: 9781600850226
• ISBN-10: 1600850227
• Artikelnr.: 31385113