Bibliograph

The visual handbook of building and remodeling, a comprehensive guide to choosing the right materials and systems for every part of your home, Charlie Wing

Type

Label

The visual handbook of building and remodeling, a comprehensive guide to choosing the right materials and systems for every part of your home, Charlie Wing

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 621-624) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The visual handbook of building and remodeling

Nature of contents

handbooksbibliography

Oclc number

313654088

Responsibility statement

Charlie Wing

Sub title

a comprehensive guide to choosing the right materials and systems for every part of your home

Summary

This enlarged, updated, and expanded third edition of the classic reference on home systems and materials includes the latest code information, new full-color drawings, and a completely new section on making your home green. The 1,600 full-color drawings provide a clear look at every aspect of home construction and systems

Table Of Contents

Design -- Site and climate -- Masonry -- Foundations -- Wood -- Framing -- Sheathing -- Siding -- Roofing -- Windows and doors -- Plumbing -- Wiring -- The thermal envelope -- Floors, walls, and ceilings -- Storage -- Heating -- Cooling -- Passive solar -- Lighting -- Sound -- Fasteners -- Decks -- Sustainable buildings -- Measuring and finance

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