Collects the roof framing articles from the pages of Fine Homebuilding magazine, from cutting rafters and framing roof valleys to building dormers and working with roof trusses. This title offers advice on a variety of tools, techniques and trade secrets.
Expert insights from professional builders, masons, and engineers provide practical guidance on various concrete construction techniques. The collection covers essential topics such as mixing and curing concrete for durability, creating foundations on sloped sites, and effective insulation and drainage solutions. Additionally, it includes detailed instructions for building concrete retaining walls and driveways, making it a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to enhance their home building skills.
Nothing transforms the look and function of a kitchen or bathroom space- and adds significantly to the value of a home- like new cabinets and countertops. The builder-tested techniques and methods in Cabinets Vanities, and Countertops will show you how to build and install high-quality, durable and cost-efficient cabinets, vanities and countertops.
Focusing on practical guidance, this book offers insights from experts at Fine Homebuilding magazine on expanding a home. It features a blend of text, illustrations, and photographs that detail the decisions and design ideas necessary for various additions, such as bay windows, basement remodels, sunrooms, and second stories. Readers will gain insider knowledge and hands-on techniques essential for achieving high-quality results in their home expansion projects.
Covering essential trim carpentry skills, this guide offers comprehensive techniques for crown molding, windows, doors, wainscoting, and stair construction. It's designed for both builders and enthusiastic DIYers, providing practical insights to enhance woodworking projects and improve home aesthetics.
Everyone needs more storage for books and other media. This work contains a features a collection of articles accomplished craftsmen contribute their advice on building sturdy and attractive bookcases and shelves and also provide instruction for the special design requirements of built-ins and entertainment centres.
The latest addition to Black Dog's best-selling Wisdom and Know-How series, this complete, all-in-one, easy-to-follow resource covers everything you need to know about home repair.