Update your library with the new Carpentry, 4th Edition
The intricate system of contemporary light frame building construction is presented in straightforward, step-by-step procedures in this popular bestseller, now in its Fourth Edition. Carpentry, 4th Edition follows the logical path of an actual day-to-day residential project, using reader-friendly presentations and easy-to-follow diagrams to explore building plans, sitework and layout, footings and foundations, framing, interior and exterior surfaces, cabinetry and flooring, and more. This edition includes new materials and techniques with updated references to the International Residential Code (IRC) 2003 Edition, as well as a global approach to construction styles that takes into account regional variations caused by local environmental factors.
Features:
- A new full-color design showcasing photo-realistic line art and new,
up-to-date photos offers a "real life" representation of
residential construction from which learners can make practical connections
between descriptions and application of concepts.
- Prominently features the latest safety considerations in every chapter so
that readers can avoid the dangers of certain procedures, tools, and
equipment and stay safe on the job.
- Increased career coverage and valuable "tricks of the trade"
provide helpful advice from experts currently working in the residential
construction industry.
- Visuals of live construction sites assist hands-on learners in making an
easy transition from the text to the jobsite.
Carpentry, 4th Edition - Table of Contents (Partial):
- Wood
- Lumber
- Rated Plywood and Panels
- Nonstructural Panels
- Laminated Veneer Lumber
- Parallel Strand Lumber and Laminated Strand Lumber
- Wood I-Beams
- Glue-Laminated Lumber
- Nails, Screws, and Bolts
- Anchors and Adhesives
- Layout Tools
- Boring and Cutting Tools
- Fastening and Dismantling Tools
- Saws, Drills, and Drivers
- Planes, Routers, and Sanders
- Fastening Tools
- Circular Saw Blades
- Radial Arm and Miter Saws
- Table Saws
- Understanding Blueprints
- Floor Plans
- Sections and Elevations
- Plot and Foundation Plans
- Building Codes and Zoning Regulations
- Characteristics of Concrete
- Forms for Slabs, Walks, and Driveways
- Wall and Column Forms
- Stair Forms
- Types of Frame Construction
- Layout and Construction of the Floor Frame
- Construction to Prevent Termite Attack
- Exterior Wall Frame Parts
- Framing the Exterior Wall
- Ceiling, Joists, and Partitions
- Backing and Blocking
- Metal Framing
- Wood, Metal, and Pump Jack Scaffolds
- Brackets, Horses, and Ladders
- Roof Types and Terms
- Gable and Gambrel Roofs
- Hip Roofs
- Intersecting Roofs
- Shed Roofs, Dormers, and Special Framing Problems
- Trussed Roofs
- Stairways and Stairwells
- Stair Layout and Construction
- Thermal and Acoustical Insulation
- Condensation and Ventilation
- Asphalt Shingles
- Roll Roofing
- Wood Shingles and Shakes
- Flashing
- Window Terms and Types
- Window Installation and Glazing
- Door Frame Construction and Installation
- Door Fitting and Hanging
- Installing Exterior Door Locksets
- Wood Siding Types and Sizes
- Applying Horizontal and Vertical Wood Siding
- Wood Shingle and Shake Siding
- Aluminum and Vinyl Siding
- Cornice Terms and Design
- Gutters and Downspouts
- Deck and Porch Construction Chapter
- Fence Design and Erection
- Gypsum Board
- Single-Layer and Multilayer Drywall Application
- Concealing Fasteners and Joints
- Types of Wall Paneling
- Application of Wall Paneling
- Ceramic Wall Tile
- Suspended Ceilings
- Ceiling Tile
- Description of Interior Doors
- Installation of Interior Doors and Door Frames
- Description and Application of Molding
- Application of Door Casings, Base, and Window Trim
- Description of Stair Finish
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