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How to achieve a perfect finish You already know that the building isn't finished just because the walls are up and the roof is on. Interior details--flooring, stairs, trimwork, cabinets, fireplaces, and painting--finish the project and give it character. This guide clearly explains each step, discusses the tools involved, and even examines insulation, termite protection, maintenance, and how to set up a workshop that makes it all easier. Determine coverage rates for various paints and make the selection that fits your project Explore the advantages of paint spray guns and high-pressure water treatments Analyze types of insulation and choose one that provides peak efficiency Learn the pros and cons of different types of chimneys and prefabricated fireplaces Design and plan a workshop with the equipment and machinery you'll need for finishing Take advantage of an extensive glossary of carpentry and building terms

Volume four gives step-by-step instructions for interior finishing This volume covers stairs, flooring, kitchen cabinets, painting techniques, insulation and heating, termite protection, and aesthetic additions like decks and fireplaces. Updates include wood and plastic millwork, power tools, high-pressure water treatments, paint colors and coverage rates, spray gun vs. paintbrush, chimneys, a glossary of housing terms, and more.

You can count on a good plan A successful building or remodeling job requires not only a plan, but also the skill to interpret it and an understanding of the mathematics behind it. Whether you are a builder by trade or a do-it-yourself carpenter by choice, turn to this newly updated guide for easy explanations of the math involved and clear instructions on developing and using the necessary plans and specifications. * Explore the different types of wood products and learn what is best for your purpose * Choose appropriate building materials for weather and other natural factors * Refresh your knowledge of fractions, ratios, geometry, and measurement * Understand how to use basic surveying tools * Become familiar with the design process and recognize various styles of architecture * Learn to read architectural drawings and work with computer design

Here's knowledge you can build on Whether you're building a storage shed or your dream house, thesame principles govern choosing a site, setting the foundation,erecting the walls, and putting on the roof. This handy how-toguide has been totally revised and updated to cover new buildingmaterials and the latest techniques in construction and framing.It's where to find answers and solutions, from the first stake tothe last roofing nail. * Choose an appropriate site and lay out the structure * Construct a foundation that meets structural needs and weatherconditions * Work with block building materials * Understand balloon frame, post-and-beam, and platform frameconstruction * Calculate rafter length and choose the right roofingmaterials * Install skylights, cornices, doors, windows, and various types ofsiding