Carpentry

by Gaspar J. Lewis, Floyd Vogt

Carpentry, 3E continues to provide readers with all of the information needed to construct a light-frame building, from start to finish including concise explanations and detailed diagrams. Detailing some of the most important aspects of residential construction; locating a structure on a site, installing the foundation, framing the structure, finishing interior and exterior surfaces, finishing floors, and installing cabinetry, readers will find the answers they seek in this all-new edition of our best-selling carpentry book. With the latest safety considerations featured prominently in every chapter, Carpentry, 3E covers state-of-the-art tools and equipment, as well as the use of popular new construction materials such as engineered lumber and steel. Multiple construction options for the same process are presented, while topics such as scaffolding, rough and finished stairs and door installation are introduced at the point in the construction process when they are needed. As a result, the organization of Carpentry, 3E mirrors the construction process and provides a true window into current industry techniques and practices for its readers. Helpful hints reveal "tricks of the trade" that stem from decades of professional work experience, while "Building for Success" discussion topics provide glimpses into the construction industry as it is today. Review questions and discussion topics at the end of each unit, plus a glossary containing working definitions of key industry terms, are also included to ensure mastery.

948 pages, Hardcover

First published January 15, 1984

Reviews

[Dan W · Rating 5 out of 5]

This covers it, from cutting down the tree to finishing the wood floors. If it involves wood construction you'll learn it here. I believe this book is out of print, which is a shame. It is a thorough text and one of the few I could find on the trade. In the age of YouTube DIY (which I'm all for) it is a rare commodity to have a resource that is neither edutainment nor a too brief summary of the best case scenario for the work you'd like to do. This is a serious book for men and women who take pride in their work.

[Mark]

Useful book at COCC TH 5604 .L44 1995
Scanned Units 16 & 17 on designing and building stairs