This is the best reference book I have ever used for carpentry work. This was the book of choice in my classroom when I taught carpentry to my students. Modern Carpentry is an easy to understand source of authoritative and up to date information on building materials and construction methods. It provides detailed coverage of all aspects of light frame construction.
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The 11th Edition of Modern Carpentry - Essential Skills for the Building Trades is an extensive revision of this authoritative text. It includes two new chapters, covering framing with steel and the building of decks and porches, as well as numerous text and illustration changes to depict current materials and practices. The text provides detailed coverage of all aspects of light frame construction, including site preparation and layout; foundations; framing and sheathing; roofing; windows and doors; exterior finish; stairs; cabinetry, and finishing procedures for interior walls, floors, and ceilings. Beyond a solid discussion of building basics, Modern Carpentry covers special topics such as constructing stairs, chimneys, fireplaces, and decks. Systems-built (prefabricated) houses, remodeling, cabinet installation, solar construction, and painting and decorating are also covered. To familiarize carpentry students with other aspects of the building trades, the text includes chapters on mechanical systems: electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Throughout the text, safe working practices are emphasized, and special attention is paid to proper use of the latest tools, materials, and prefabricated components.
ISBN 978-1-59070-648-0
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Another favorite reference book on my reading list is a book titled Modern Woodworking.
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Modern Woodworking is a comprehensive text designed to meet the needs of both beginning and advanced woodworking classes. This text provides full coverage of standard woodworking procedures, as well as new methods, tools, and materials. Safety is strongly stressed throughout the book, with particular emphasis given to explanation of OSHA and EPA regulations as they apply to woodworkers.
ISBN 978-1-59070-481-3
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Carpentry and Building construction is a very comprehensive carpentry resource book.
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Carpentry and Building Construction has been designed as a basic text for students in wood technology classes at the high school, vocational school, and community junior college levels. It will also be helpful to those in apprenticeship training and to do-it- yourselfers who wish to undertake building or remodeling projects.
ISBN 0684169819
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