Author : Editors of Cool Springs Press
Publisher :
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 33,14 MB
Release : 2015-09-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1591866456
Retain structural integrity and save time as you knock out walls and build new ones. This guide is up to date on all codes and safety regulations!
Author : Karen Goad
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 32,76 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780827356054
Spine title: Drywall. Guide to installing and finishing all types of dry wall.
Author : Editors of CPi
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 21,82 MB
Release : 2009-12-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1616733926
Hanging and finishing drywall is quite possibly the one job that do-it-yourselfers dislike the most. It’s messy, it’s tedious and even small imperfections appear glaring when the walls and ceilings are painted. Working with Drywall gives a fresh perspective on this maligned but essential task. It goes beyond the basics of installing drywall to reveal all the secrets any homeowner needs to know to transform “rocking and mudding” from a chore into a true pleasure.
Author : John D. Wagner
Publisher : Creative Homeowner Press
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 43,76 MB
Release : 2006
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781580112703
Shows how to hang, tape, and finish drywall. Includes proven installation techniques and the latest tools and materials. 445 color photographs and drawings.
Author : Sherry Petersik
Publisher : Artisan
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 12,35 MB
Release : 2015-07-14
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1579656765
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Author : USG
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 39,85 MB
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1118749812
The tried-and-true Gypsum Construction Handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and efficient installation methodology. The Seventh Edition features updates in gypsum products, including ultralight panels, glass-mat panels, paperfaced plastic bead, and ultralightweight joint compound, and modern specialty acoustical and ceiling product guidelines. This comprehensive reference also incorporates the latest in sustainable products.
Author : Albert Jackson
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 35,46 MB
Release : 2009
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781588168030
From Popular Mechanics (9.6 million readers every month), the hands-down experts on the subject of how things work, comes the most complete and up-to-date DIY guide ever published. This highly sophisticated household manual will instantly become the gold standard for anybody who fixes anything. Filled with color photos, drawings, and diagrams, this encyclopedic how-to covers every area of concern to house and apartment owners, with information on planning ahead; decorating; repairs and improvements; security; infestation, rot, and d& electricity; plumbing; heating; outdoor care; and tools and skills. And it’s easy to find the solution to the particular problem that concerns you, without having to go from page to page of continuous text: the straightforward design breaks down the subjects into clearly defined, color-coded chapters. So whether you’re looking for advice on applying finishes, adding decorative paint effects, constructing walls, fixing the roof, or installing a burglar alarm, the instructions are here. • National Publicity • Cross Marketing on the Website, PM zone • Featured in PM’s “Great Stuff Column” • Featured in PM E-Newsletter (125,000 subscribers) • Included in PM “Wish List for Guys” Gift Registry • Advertising in PM Magazine
Author : Alan Kaminsky
Publisher : American Bar Association
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 27,66 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781604429183
Learn about the current issues affecting lead paint, asbestos, and Chinese drywall litigation cases with this book. Written from both the plaintiff and defense perspective, the guide offers advice on defending a case and a state-by-state summary for comparison and the future of each of these unique litigation issues. It also includes strategies for the defense when trying a case and identifies issues that often arise or should be considered when prosecuting.
Author : Ken Sidey
Publisher : Stanley Books
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 14,30 MB
Release : 2003
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780696217296
Kitchen and bath remodels are among the most popular home improvements. But plumbing can be intimidating. This book builds confidence and expands capabilities with comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions. From simple maintenance to complex repairs and installations, do-it-yourself plumbers will want this book by their sides. A one-stop guide to the basic skills, tools, and materials needed for common plumbing repairs and maintenance projects. Plumbing skills needed for every project; Over 800 detailed photos of each step; Tips and shortcuts. A handy companion to changing or adding plumbing for beginning and intermediate do-it-yourself remodellers and home improvers: Over 50 step-by-step projects; Prestart checklists provide at-a-glance information for the right tools and complete materials to get the job done; Estimated time needed.
Author : James A. Hufnagel
Publisher : Free Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 39,22 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Architecture, Domestic
ISBN : 9780684872605
The bestselling guide to home repair has now been revised and updated to include new instructions and illustrations that reflect current trends in home improvement and safety. Full color.
