Building skills and trades Books

Book SynopsisAn updated, fully revised, full-colour edition of the definitive manual on building with straw bales, described by Grand Designs as an ''essential guide''. Straw-bale buildings are cost-effective, easy to build and highly energy efficient, enabling you to design and build beautiful, environmentally friendly buildings. Written with non-experts in mind, Barbara Jones uses her years of experience in natural building methods to guide self-builders and architects building with straw as a sustainable material for a diverse range of comfortable and environmentally friendly buildings.Building with Straw Bales takes you through everything you need to know in an easy, accessible way. This includes design principles, the different types of foundations, how to raise and stabilise walls and protect them from the weather, including a detailed analysis of how straw performs with humidity and how straw bale buildings can easily meet building regulation requirements, as well as detailed iTrade ReviewPractical advice and guidance throughout the book, on each key aspect of straw bale construction, makes this the perfect accompaniment to inspiring and then achieving success in your own build project. * Helen Gribbon, engineer and director of Renaissance Associates Ltd *If you have an urge to build a planet-friendly house that will give you great pleasure and satisfaction both to construct and to live in, then this is the book for you. * Cliff Blundell *Barbara Jones is the UK’s most experienced straw bale builder. In this clear and practical book, she shares her years of practical wisdom and offers would-be builders, architects and planners a detailed understanding of how and why to build with straw bales. * Ben Law, woodsman, author and eco-builder *Table of ContentsWhy build with straw bales? Affordable houses Low environmental impact Building techniques explained Designing with the bale in mind Cement free foundation Keeping the straw dry Wall raising Windows and doors Compression Carpentry for load-bearing buildings The roof Services, fixings and alcoves Lime and clay plasters Planning and permission Building regulations

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive practical manual for professionals and self-builders, this innovative book explains the many benefits of building with hempcrete. Hempcrete is a building material with excellent, environmentally friendly properties. It's made from lime and hemp shivs (a waste product from hemp fibre growing) and can be used for walks, floor and roof insulation. Hempcrete is breathable, absorbing and emitting moisture; this helps regulate internal humidity, avoiding trapped moisture and mould growth, and creating healthier buildings. It provides excellent acoustic and thermal insulation, and it is lightweight, which reduces construction costs. Whether you're working on a new build or are planning a renovation, The Hempcrete Book tells you everything you need to know to get started with hempcrete. It describes how to source and mix it, and provides a detailed account of construction techniques, highlighting potential pitfalls and how to avoid them. With fully illustrated desTrade ReviewThis book provides clear guidance through its photos, text and sketches on all aspects of building with this ‘deep green’ material and takes our early work forward into the mainstream. It is a must-have for anyone planning to build with hempcrete, whether in renovation or new build projects. -- Ralph Carpenter and Richard Scales, MODECE ARCHITECTS, SuffolkThe book contains lots of good advice and general good building practice... I would recommend this book to anyone working in the field of sustainable building. -- Ian PritchettAny architect, designer, owner or builder thinking of building in hemp or using lime in their build should obtain this book before they start. -- Neil Garrett * The Owner Builder *Eco-friendly and sustainability issues are now a key element in the design process and the authors of this publication proudly affirm that Hempcrete buildings can provide affordable, healthy, energy-efficient and sustainable accommodation. -- Dvid Phythian * Building Engineer *They have a great knowledge of their favourite product, which they willingly share here with those eager to embrace this relatively new wonder product whose origins date to ancient times. -- Self Build & Design MagazineTruly comprehensive and enormously helpful. I wish we’d had this guide when building our Hempcrete homes in Swindon! -- Kevin McCloudIf you are interested in learning more about using living materials for construction and how to use hempcrete for your upcoming projects or tests, I encourage you to get this book today. It is by far, the most detailed version on the market and completely easy to understand. -- Mabelle Plasencia * INmatteria.com *Table of ContentsForeword by Professor Tom Woolley Introduction Part One: Principles of building with hempcrete History and uses of hemp Hemp in construction An introduction to lime Key concepts in sustainable building Getting the basics right Variations on the hemp–lime mix Performance of hempcrete in a building Tools and equipment Health and safety Planning the build Focus on self-build 1: Agan Chy Part Two: Hempcrete construction The hempcrete wall: an overview Foundations and plinth The structural frame Shuttering Mixing hempcrete Placing hempcrete Floors, ceilings and roof insulation Finishes for hempcrete Practicalities on a hempcrete build Restoration and retrofit Focus on self-build 2: Hemp Lime House Part Three: Designing a hempcrete building Design fundamentals Indicative detailing Focus on self-build 3: Bridge End Cottage A look to the future Resources

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Book SynopsisThe ancient method of cob building uses a simple mixture of clay sub-soil, aggregate, straw and water to create solid structural walls built without shuttering or forms, onto a stone plinth. It is now undergoing a renaissance as an 'eco-friendly' building material because of its amazing 'green' credentials. 'Building with Cob' shows how to apply this ancient technique in a wide variety of contemporary situations, covering everything from design and siting, mixing, building walls, fireplaces, ovens and floors, lime and other natural finishes, and gaining planning permission and building regulation approval. It also explains in detail how to sensitively restore an old cob structure. This book is a step-by-step guide, lavishly illustrated with over 300 colour photos and 85 diagrams.Table of ContentsHistory of Earth Building around the World Design and Siting Soils: Identifying and Testing How to Make a Cob Mix Foundations Building with Cob Roofs Insulation Natural Finishes Earthen Floors Fire and Cob Restoration Planning and Building Regulations Conclusion Resources and Suppliers

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Book SynopsisMost of the books available on carpentry are either dry textbooks, incomplete project-based books, or books of building/architectural details. The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House takes a different, step-by-step approach, with full-colour drawings of every step in the building process from laying a foundation through to installing the finishing touch on a newel post. Combining the expertise of builder John Carroll and the engaging drawings of illustrator Chuck Lockhart, this book is a complete course in residential carpentry and construction from the voice (and hand) of experience.

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Book SynopsisBLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Plumbing Updated 8th Edition is the most comprehensive, up-to-date book on achievable home plumbing projects for DIYers of all skill levels.From fixing a toilet to installing and plumbing a vanity sink or curbless shower, this book has the answer to any home plumbing problem you’re likely to have. Whether your home is newer or older, you''ll appreciate the clear color photos, illustrations, and easy-to-understand descriptions. The basics of home plumbing systems are clearly explained and all of the most popular plumbing projects are shown with clear directions and art.Projects include:  Plumbing and tiling a curbless shower Installing a jetted spa Replacing a toilet Installing a dishwasher and garbage disposer Repairing faucets Accessibility projects that meet Universal Design standards FlooringTable of ContentsIntroduction The Home Plumbing System Gray Water SystemsPLUMBING TOOLS, MATERIALS + SKILLS Plumbing Tools, Plumbing Materials Copper, PEX Pipe, PEX Manifolds Rigid Plastic Pipe, Working with Cast-Iron Pipe Working with Outdoor Flexible Plastic Pipe Pipe Fittings, Shutoff Valves, Valves + Hose Bibs Compression Fittings, Creating Flared FittingsINSTALLING PLUMBING LINES Installation Basics Planning Plumbing Routes Building a Wet Wall PEX Stub OutsFIXTURES, FAUCETS, DRAINS + APPLIANCES Toilets, Kitchen Faucets, Kitchen Drains + Traps, Dishwashers Garbage Disposals, Water Heaters Lavatory Faucets, Touch-Activated Bathroom Faucets, Lavatory Drains Shower Kits, Neo-Angle Shower, Custom Shower Bases Wet Rooms & Curbless Showers, Alcove Bathtubs, Sliding Tub Doors, Jetted Tubs Water Softeners, Pedestal + Console Sinks Wall-Mounted Sinks, Traditional Vanity, Kitchen Sinks Standpipe Drains, Freestanding Bathtubs, Whole-House Water FiltersCOMMON PLUMBING REPAIRS Common Toilet Problems, Dual-Flush Toilets + Valves, Clogged Toilets Toilet Flanges, Sink Faucets, Kitchen Sprayers Fixing Leaky Tub + Shower Faucets, Single-Handle Tub + Shower Faucet with Scald Control Slide-Bar Dual Showerheads, Tubs + Shower Drains, Sink Drains Branch + Main Drains, Noisy PipesMeasurement Conversions Resources Photo Credits Index

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Book SynopsisCreating the perfect loaf of bread--a challenge that has captivated bakers for centuries--is now the rage in the hippest places, from Waitsfield, Vermont, to Point Reyes Station, California. Like the new generation of beer drinkers who consciously seek out distinctive craft-brewed beers, many people find that their palates have been reawakened and re-educated by the taste of locally baked, whole-grain breads. Today's village bakers are finding an important new role--linking tradition with a sophisticated new understanding of natural levens, baking science and oven construction. Daniel Wing, a lover of all things artisanal, had long enjoyed baking his own sourdough bread. His quest for the perfect loaf began with serious study of the history and chemistry of bread baking, and eventually led to an apprenticeship with Alan Scott, the most influential builder of masonry ovens in America. Alan and Daniel have teamed up to write this thoughtful, entertaining, and authoritative book that shows you how to bake superb healthful bread and build your own masonry oven. The authors profile more than a dozen small-scale bakers around the U.S. whose practices embody the holistic principles of community-oriented baking based on whole grains and natural leavens. The Bread Builders will appeal to a broad range of readers, including: Connoisseurs of good bread and good food. Home bakers interested in taking their bread and pizza to the next level of excellence. Passionate bakers who fantasize about making a living by starting their own small bakery. Do-it-yourselfers looking for the next small construction project. Small-scale commercial bakers seeking inspiration, the most up-to-date knowledge about the entire bread-baking process, and a marketing edge. Trade ReviewReview from Ecology Action Newsletter- The Bread Builders: Hearth Loaves and Masonry Ovens, by Daniel Wing and Alan Scott, is a serious book, written for people who take their bread baking seriously. It is not a cookbook but one whose object is to help the baker understand all parts of the process that go into creating an excellent loaf. As such, it is a technical journal that thoroughly details natural fermentation, bread grains and flours, leavens and dough, and dough development. The second part is about masonry ovens and their construction, since both authors agree that such an oven is a necessary part of creating the excellent loaf. Each chapter of the book includes a visit to a commercial or private venture which is using some or all of the processes being described. The book is not a light read but should prove inspiring to those wanting more information about the baking process, how to construct a masonry oven or anyone who is glad to see that these traditional methods are being nurtured rather than forgotten."This book is ice cream for a baker! We visit legendary bakeries, meet wonderful people, learn all sorts of fascinating scientific information with practical usefulness in bowl and oven--and best of all, get the skinny on masonry ovens, that cherished fantasy of us all."--Laurel Robertson, author of Laurel's KitchenTable of ContentsContents Acknowledgments vi Preface ix Introduction Looking for Real Bread, Finding Masonry Ovens xiii Chapter One Naturally Fermented Hearth Bread 1 Visit: Upland Bakers, Marshfield, Vermont 18 Chapter Two Bread Grains and Flours 23 Visit: Giusto's Specialty Foods, South San Francisco, California 41 Chapter Three Leavens and Doughs 43 Visit: Sands, Taylor, and Wood (King Arthur Flour), Norwich, Vermont 69 Chapter Four Dough Development 72 Visit: Acme Baking Company, Berkeley, California 89 Chapter Five Baking, Ovens, and Bread 93 Visit: Consulting and Marketing Services, South San Francisco, California 108 Chapter Six Masonry Ovens of Europe and America 113 Visits: American Flatbread, Warren, Vermont 123 The Cheese Board, Berkeley, California 127 Chapter Seven Preparing to Build a Masonry Oven 129 Visits: Mugnaini Imports, Watsonville, California 149 San Juan Bakery, San Juan Bautista, California, and Home Fires Bakery, Leavenworth, Washington 153 Chapter Eight Masonry Materials, Tools, and Methods 157 Visit: Cafe Beaujolais, Mendocino, California 169 Chapter Nine Oven Construction 173 Visit: Depot Town Sourdough Bakery, Ypsilanti, Michigan 193 Chapter Ten Oven Management 195 Visits: Della Fatoria, Petaluma, California 210 Rani and Keith, Garberville, California 213 Chapter Eleven A Day in the Life at the Bay Village Bakery 216 Bakers' Resource: Sourdough Microbiology 227 Recommended Sources 233 Glossary 236 Bibliography 243 Index 246

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Book SynopsisDiscusses the uses of stone in the garden.

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Book SynopsisA collection of 140 plates for mouldings from bedsteads, cabinets, cupboards, and more.

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Book SynopsisFoundation work is not the glamorous side of home building. It is hard, dirty work. But it's also the work upon which all other work rests, so a good foundation is critical to every home. No source of knowledge on foundations and concrete work is better respected or more widely followed than that provided by the authors of Fine Homebuilding magazine. The latest edition of this best-selling title includes 17 new articles from the editors of Fine Homebuilding and revised content throughout. At 272 pages with more than 350 illustrative on-the-job photographs and drawings, Foundations and Concrete Work distills centuries of hands-on builder-tested methods and techniques as the finest builders in the country pass on their hard-won trade secrets for better construction. AUTHOR: Since 1981 Fine Homebuilding has been providing information and inspiration to everyone who cares about quality home improvement and construction. the magazine is the best source of home improvement information and helps readers build projects better, faster, and more efficiently.

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Book SynopsisSimple green roof design and installation for the do-it-yourself builder Essential Green Roof Construction is a comprehensive, in-depth guide to building simple green roofs for houses and small buildings. Packed with detailed photos, illustrations, case studies, and code compliance advice, it offers clear step-by-step instructions necessary to create your own living roof on a new build or as a retrofit. Coverage includes: The benefits of a green roof The basics of planning and design Assessing site conditions such as aspect, slope, and loads Navigating building codes and working with building officials Material options, including professional grade and economical or local alternatives Planting suggestions for different roof climates and conditions, including food production When to call on professionals to ensure safety and integrity Step-by-step guidanTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction to Green Roofs Chapter 2: Green Roof Layers and Roofing Terminology Chapter 3: Before You Start Chapter 4: Roof Access and Safety Chapter 5: Site and Design Factors Chapter 6: Plants Chapter 7: Green Roof Material Options Chapter 8: Rural New Build Chapter 9: Urban Retrofit Build Chapter 10: Maintenance Chapter 11: Food Production Roofs Appendix A: North American Cities with Green Roof Programs Bibliography

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Book SynopsisOffers plans and instructions for building 47 functional wooden boats for oar, motor, and sail, including dories, peapods, Sea Bright skiffs, wherries, and Rangeley boats.Trade Review"John Gardner's work has engaged and inspired more individuals connected with traditional small craft than will ever be counted." -WoodenBoat magazine; "Deserves an honored place on the library shelf." -National Fisherman; "Poses clear and impassioned means to go from the armchair to the open water via your own boatshop." -Sea HistoryTable of ContentsIn MemoriamBuilding Classic Small Craft, Volume 1PrefaceIntroduction1 The Common Punt2 L. Francis Herreshoff's Pram3 A Plywood Pram4 A Sailing Flattie5 A Chamberlain Skiff6 A Modified Quincy Skiff7 A Lowell Dory Skiff8 A Semi-Dory9 A Car-Top Semi-Dory10 The Dory11 A Modified Swampscott Dory12 A North Shore Surf Dory13 The Chamberlain Gunning Dory14 The Beachcomber-Alpha Dory15 A Sharpie16 The Peapod17 A Spurling Rowboat18 The St. Lawrence River Skiff19 The Rangeley Boat20 The Wherry21 The Origin of the Whitehall22 A Whitehall Pulling Boat23 The Sea Bright Skiff24 The Barnegat SneakboxAppendix: Notes on Boatbuilding MaterialsMore Building Classic Small CraftPreface1 Herreshoff Rowboat and Modified McInnis Bateau2 Pilot Gig3 Merrymeeting Bay Duckboat4 15-Foot Flattie Skiff5 Two 8-Foot Prams6 Four Canoes7 Down East Workboat8 Yacht Tenders9 Sea Bright Skiff10 Boston Fishing Power Dories11 Matinicus Peapod12 Two Garveys13 Clamming Skiff14 16-Foot Swampscott Dory15 Mower Dory16 Boatbuilders' PlanesBibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsBasic Safety (12.5 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-407556-3 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412939-6 (Module ID 00101-15) Presents basic jobsite safety information to prepare workers for the construction environment. Describes the common causes of workplace incidents and accidents and how to avoid them. Introduces common PPE, including equipment required for work at height, and its proper use. Information related to safety in several specific environments, including welding areas and confined spaces, is also provided. Introduction to Construction Math (10 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-416370-3 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-413140-5 (Module ID 00102-15) Reviews basic math skills related to the construction trades and demonstrates how they apply to the trades. Covers multiple systems of measurement, decimals, fractions, and basic geometry. Introduction to Hand Tools (10 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412937-2 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412886-3 (Module ID 00103-15) Introduces common hand tools used in a variety of construction crafts. Identifies tools and how to safely use them. Proper hand tool maintenance is also presented. Introduction to Power Tools (10 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412901-3 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412902-0 (Module ID 00104-15) Identifies and describes the operation of many power tools common in the construction environment. Provides instruction on proper use, as well as on safe-handling guidelines and basic maintenance. Introduction to Construction Drawings (10 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412903-7 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412904-4 (Module ID 00105-15) Introduces the basic elements of construction drawings. The common components of drawings are presented, as well as the most common drawing types. The use of drawing scales and how to measure drawings is also covered. Introduction to Basic Rigging (7.5 Elective Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412905-1 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412900-6 (Module ID 00106-15) Provides basic information related to rigging and rigging hardware, such as slings, rigging hitches, and hoists. Emphasizes safe working habits in the vicinity of rigging operations. Basic Communication Skills (7.5 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412899-3 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412898-6 (Module ID 00107-15) Provides good techniques for effective communication on the job. Includes examples that emphasize the importance of both written and verbal communication skills. Describes the importance of reading skills in the construction industry and covers proper techniques to use in a variety of different written communication formats. Basic Employability Skills (7.5 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412896-2 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412895-5 (Module ID 00108-15) Describes the opportunities offered by the construction trades. Discusses critical thinking and essential problem-solving skills for the construction industry. Also identifies and discusses positive social skills and their value in the workplace. Introduction to Material Handling (5 Hours) Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412892-4 Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-412887-0 (Module ID 00109-15) Describes the hazards associated with handling materials and provides techniques to avoid both injury and property damage. Common material-handling equipment is also introduced.

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Book SynopsisThe new edition of the Building Regulations Pocket Book has been fully updated with recent changes to the UK Building Regulations and Planning Law. This handy guide provides you with all the information you need to comply with the UK Building Regulations and Approved Documents. On site, in the van, in the office wherever you are  this is the book you'll refer to time and time again to check the regulations on your current job. Part 1 provides an overview of the Building Act. Part 2 offers a handy guide to the dos and don'ts of gaining the Local Council's approval for Planning Permission and Building Regulations Approval. Part 3 presents an overview of the requirements of the Approved Documents associated with the Building Regulations. Part 4 is an easy-to-read explanation of the essential requirements of the Building Regulations that any architect, builder or DIYer needs to know to keep their work safe and compliant on both domeTable of ContentsPART 1: Background information 1.1 What is the Building Act 1984? 1.2 What does the Building Act 1984 contain? 1.3 What are the Supplementary Regulations? 1.4 What are ‘Approved Documents’? 1.5 How are buildings classified? 1.6 Who polices the Building Act? 1.7 What to comply with the Building Regulations 1.8 What are the duties of the Local Authority? 1.9 What are the powers of the Local Authority 1.10 What is the ‘Building Regulations Advisory Committee’? 1.11 Who are Approved Inspectors? 1.12 Does the Fire Authority have any say in Building Regulations? 1.13 What Notices and Certificates are required? 1.14 Are there any exemptions to the Building Regulations? 1.15 Can appeals be made against a Local Authority’s ruling? 1.16 What about dangerous buildings? 1.17 What about defective buildings? 1.18 What are the rights of the owner or occupier of the premises? PART 2: Requirements for Planning Permission and Building Regulations approval 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Additional storeys/extending upwards 2.3 Advertising and signs 2.4 Aerials, satellite dishes and flagpoles 2.5 Basements 2.6 Biomass-fuelled Appliances 2.7 Ceilings and floors 2.8 Central heating and boilers 2.9 Change of use 2.10 Conservatories 2.11 Conversions 2.12 Decoration and repairs inside and outside a building 2.13 Demolition 2.14 Doors and windows 2.15 Drains and sewers 2.16 Electrical work in the home and garden 2.17 Extensions 2.18 External walls 2.19 Fascias 2.20 Fences, gates and garden walls 2.21 Flats and maisonettes 2.22 Flues, chimneys and soil and vent pipes 2.23 Fuel tanks 2.24 Garages and carports 2.25 Hardstanding for cars, caravans and boats 2.26 Heat pumps 2.27 Hedges 2.28 Home energy generation 2.29 Hydroelectricity 2.30 Insulation 2.31 Internal walls 2.32 Kitchens and bathrooms 2.33 Loft conversions 2.34 Micro combined heat and power Microgeneration Certification Scheme 2.35 New homes and self-build homes 2.36 Outbuildings 2.37 Patios, decking and driveways 2.38 Paving your front garden 2.39 Plumbing 2.40 Porches 2.41 Roofs 2.42 Security lighting 2.43 Shops 2.44 Solar panels 2.45 Structural alterations - inside 2.46 Swimming pools 2.47 Trees 2.48 Underpinning 2.49 Warehouses and industrial buildings 2.50 Wind turbines 2.51 Working from home PART 3: Requirements of the Approved Documents 3.1 Introduction 3.2 A - Structure 3.3 B - Fire safety: Volume 1: Dwellings and Volume 2: Buildings other than dwellings 3.4 C - Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture 3.5 D - Toxic substances 3.6 E - Resistance to the passage of sound 3.7 F - Ventilation 3.8 G - Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency 3.9 H - Drainage and waste disposal 3.10 J - Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems 3.11 K - Protection from falling, collision and impact 3.12 L - Conservation of fuel and power: Volume 1: Dwellings and Volume 2: Buildings other than dwellings 3.13 M - Access to and use of buildings: Volume 1: Dwellings and Volume 2: Buildings other than dwellings 3.14 O - Overheating 3.15 P - Electrical safety: Design and installation of electrical installations 3.16 Q - Security in dwellings 3.17 R - High-speed electronic communication networks 3.18 S - Infrastructure for the charging on electric vehicles 3.19 Regulation 7 - Materials and workmanship PART 4: Meeting the requirements of the Building Regulations 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Foundations 4.3 Ventilation 4.4 Drainage 4.5 Cellars and basements 4.6 Floors 4.7 Walls 4.8 Ceilings 4.9 Roofs 4.10 Chimneys and fireplaces 4.11 Stairs 4.12 Windows 4.13 Doors 4.14 Access routes 4.15 Corridors and passageways 4.16 Sanitary accomodation, bathrooms and showers 4.17 Electrical safety 4.18 Combustion appliances 4.19 Hot water storage 4.20 Liquid fuel storage 4.21 Kitchens and utility rooms 4.22 Loft conversions 4.23 Extensions and additions to buildings 4.24 Conservatories

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Book SynopsisThe Timber Construction Manual has become the definitive design and construction industry source for building with structural glued laminated timber.Table of ContentsPREFACE xi 1 TIMBER CONSTRUCTION 1 1.1 Introduction / 1 1.2 Materials / 1 1.3 Structural Systems / 13 1.4 Economy / 27 1.5 Permanence / 32 1.6 Seasoning / 37 1.7 Handling, Storage, and Erection / 38 1.8 Conclusion / 40 2 WOOD PROPERTIES 42 2.1 Introduction / 42 2.2 Specific Gravity and Specific Weight of Commercial Lumber Species / 46 2.3 Dimensional Changes Due to Moisture and Temperature / 50 2.4 Thermal Insulating Properties / 53 2.5 Wood in Chemical Environments / 54 2.6 Acoustical Properties / 55 2.7 Electrical Properties / 55 2.8 Coefficient of Friction / 56 2.9 Conclusion / 56 3 TIMBER DESIGN 57 3.1 Introduction / 57 3.2 Loads / 58 3.3 Design Values / 73 3.4 Adjustment Factors / 74 3.5 Deflection / 92 3.6 Camber / 95 3.7 Ponding / 98 3.8 Conclusion / 100 4 TIMBER BEAMS 102 4.1 Introduction / 102 4.2 Structural Evaluation of Beams / 102 4.3 Simple Beams / 105 4.4 Continuous Members / 117 4.5 Biaxial Bending (Bending about Both Axes) / 122 4.6 Torsion / 130 4.7 Conclusion / 133 5 TIMBER COLUMNS AND TENSION MEMBERS 134 5.1 Introduction / 134 5.2 Column Design Criteria / 134 5.3 Rectangular Columns / 135 5.4 Round Columns / 140 5.5 Tapered Columns / 140 5.6 Spaced Columns / 141 5.7 Built-Up Columns / 144 5.8 Columns with Flanges / 146 5.9 Tension Members / 147 5.10 Conclusion / 148 6 TIMBER BEAM-COLUMNS AND TENSION BEAMS 149 6.1 Introduction / 149 6.2 General Equation for Beam-Columns / 150 6.3 Centric Axial Compression and Side Load Bending about Both Axes / 156 6.4 Centric Axial Compression and Side Load Bending about Strong Axis Only / 161 6.5 Eccentric Axial Compression Only / 165 6.6 Axial Compression Eccentricity in Strong Direction Only / 165 6.7 Columns with Side Brackets / 169 6.8 Combined Axial Tension and Bending / 170 6.9 Conclusion / 173 7 TAPERED BEAMS 174 7.1 Introduction / 174 7.2 Tapered Beam Design / 176 7.3 Beams with Tapered End Cuts / 183 7.4 Conclusion / 188 8 CURVED GLULAM BEAMS 189 8.1 Introduction / 189 8.2 Curved Beams with Constant Depth / 195 8.3 Pitched and Tapered Curved Beams / 200 8.4 Pitched and Tapered Curved Beams with Mechanically Attached Haunch / 223 8.5 Conclusion / 232 9 GLULAM ARCHES 233 9.1 Introduction / 233 9.2 Preliminary Design Procedure / 233 9.3 Conclusion / 249 10 HEAVY TIMBER DECKING 251 10.1 Introduction / 251 10.2 Installation Requirements / 251 10.3 Design Formulas / 255 10.4 Section Properties / 256 10.5 Decking Design Values / 257 10.6 Conclusion / 259 11 CONNECTIONS IN TIMBER STRUCTURES 260 11.1 Introduction / 260 11.2 Connection Detailing Principles / 260 11.3 Types of Fasteners / 264 11.4 Reference Design Values for Fasteners / 272 11.5 Adjustment Factors / 274 11.6 Conclusion / 283 12 MEMBER CAPACITY AT CONNECTIONS 284 12.1 Introduction / 284 12.2 Member Capacity at Connections Loaded Perpendicular-to-Grain / 284 12.3 Member Capacity at Connections Loaded Parallel-to-Grain / 291 12.4 Member Capacity at Connections Loaded at an Angle to Grain / 307 12.5 Conclusion / 308 13 DOWEL-TYPE FASTENERS 309 13.1 Introduction / 309 13.2 Dowel-Type Fasteners Loaded Laterally / 309 13.3 Dowel-Type Fasteners Loaded in Withdrawal / 328 13.4 Dowel-Type Fasteners Loaded Laterally and in Withdrawal / 330 13.5 Conclusion / 334 14 SHEAR PLATES AND SPLIT RINGS 335 14.1 Introduction / 335 14.2 Connectors in Side Grain / 336 14.3 Timber Connectors in End Grain / 347 14.4 Conclusion / 352 15 MOMENT SPLICES 353 15.1 Introduction / 353 15.2 Shear Transfer / 355 15.3 Moment Transfer / 355 15.4 Conclusion / 370 16 LOAD AND RESISTANCE FACTOR DESIGN 371 16.1 Introduction / 371 16.2 Design Values and Adjustment Factors / 372 16.3 Design Checks / 374 16.4 Conclusion / 381 17 TIMBER BRIDGES 382 17.1 Introduction / 382 17.2 Types of Timber Bridges / 383 17.3 Advantages of Glued Laminated Timber / 389 17.4 Preservative Treatments / 390 17.5 Wearing Surfaces / 391 17.6 Guardrails / 392 17.7 Design Methods / 393 17.8 Conclusion / 395 18 LRFD BRIDGE DESIGN 396 18.1 Introduction / 396 18.2 Longitudinal Stringers / 399 18.3 Transverse Glulam Deck Panels / 418 18.4 Longitudinal Deck (with Stiffeners) / 425 18.5 Conclusion / 432 19 ASD BRIDGE DESIGN 433 19.1 Introduction / 433 19.2 Longitudinal Stringers (Girders) / 436 19.3 Interconnected Transverse Deck Panels / 447 19.4 Non-Interconnected Transverse Deck Panels / 447 19.5 Longitudinal Deck (with Stiffeners) / 457 19.6 Static Design of Guardrail System / 463 19.7 Conclusion / 474 20 FIRE SAFETY 475 20.1 Introduction / 475 20.2 Types of Construction / 476 20.3 Lessons from Actual Fires / 476 20.4 Performance of Wood in Fire / 478 20.5 Wood versus Steel / 479 20.6 Heavy Timber Construction / 482 20.7 Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction / 483 20.8 Use of Stock Glulam Beams in Fire Rated Construction / 494 20.9 Fire Retardant Treatment / 495 20.10 Conclusion / 495 APPENDIX A DESIGN EXAMPLES 497 Introduction / 498 APPENDIX B REFERENCE INFORMATION 594 B.1 Beam Diagrams and Formulas / 595 B.2 Typical Fastener Dimensions and Yield Strengths / 617 B.3 Structural Glued Laminated Timber Reference Design Values / 623 REFERENCES 630 INDEX 641

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Book SynopsisBefore you drive that first nail, this is the guide youneed--thousands of hints, tips, and professional tricks of thetrade Authoritative, detailed, and fully illustrated, Rules of Thumb forHome Building, Improvement, and Repair gives you all the insideinformation you need to make your home improvement project gofaster and easier. For this all-in-one volume, do-it-yourselfexperts Gene and Katie Hamilton, founders of the online serviceHouseNet, have distilled the best professional home repair andremodeling information. Rules of Thumb will help you avoid the costly headaches that canresult from using the wrong materials, amounts, or measurements.Here in plain English are all the technical standards andspecifications for lumber, fasteners and adhesives, carpentry,plumbing, electrical wiring, painting, walls, ceilings and floors,doors and windows, weatherizing and climate control, exteriors,asphalt, concrete, masonry, and more. Plus, you''ll discovertime-tested procedures Table of ContentsWood Building Materials. Fasteners and Adhesives. Rough Carpentry and Finish Carpentry. Plumbing. Electrical. Painting. Walls. Ceilings and Floors. Doors and Windows. Weatherizing and Climate Control. Exterior. Concrete, Masonry, and Asphalt. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe third edition of Carpentry and Joinery 1 is the first in a series of three books which together provide an authoritative but thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students following City & Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and a wide range of amateurs and professionals.Carpentry and Joinery 1 deals with the fundamentals of the subject from topics such as timber and wood preservation and protection, to a detailed outline of the tools available and information on the basic woodworking joints, adhesives and fixing devices. Books 2 and 3 show how to apply this fundamental knowledge. Details of craft theory, associated studies and practical procedures are integrated throughout each text. In this new edition chapters have been reorganised to produce a more coherent, student-focused course. All references to the Building Regulations and current legislation have been updated, and developments in Trade ReviewREVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS EDITION"A valuable asset to students and those with a wider experience ... This first volume indicates clearly that the set of books will be of immense value to all carpentry and joinery students preparing for their qualifications. The drawings and photographs, both of which are numerous, are excellent, and the descriptive matter very well written. " Journal of the Institute of CarpentersTable of ContentsPreface * Timber * Enemies of wood and wood based products * Wood preservation and protection * Manufactured boards and panel products * Hand tools and workshop procedures * Portable electric mains powered hand tools and machines * Battery-operated (cordless) hand tools * Cartridge operated fixing tools (ballistic tools) * Basic static woodworking machines * Basic woodworking joints * Wood adhesives * Fixing devices * Practical projects * Index

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Book SynopsisCarpentry and Joinery 2 is the second in a series of three books, which together provide an authoritative and thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students following City & Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification. This book is also ideal for a wide range of amateur and professional woodworkers. Volume 2 builds on the fundamental knowledge introduced in volume 1, by covering more advanced topics and procedures, including machine tools. Essential âback-upâ topics are presented throughout the text to revise the key aspects covered in volume 1. The reader is shown how to apply this basic theory to actual carpentry and joinery practice in a highly illustrated, easily accessible text.The third edition has been fully updated in line with changes to the Building Regulations and current legislation, the third edition also incorporates developments in current best practice, with a comprehensive match to the latest qualifications in Wood Occupations.Trade Review"... should prove of great value to students and as a source of reference for tradesmen and amateurs of some experience."Woodworking Crafts' MagazineTable of ContentsPreface.Site setting out.Fences and hoarding.Formwork (temporary work).Turning pieces and arched centres – up to 1mm centres.Ground floors.Single upper floors.Single timber flat roofs.Roofs of equal pitch.Partitions (non load-bearing).Scaffolding.Index.

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Book SynopsisCarpentry and Joinery 3 is the third in a series of three books, which together provide an authoritative and thoroughly practical guide to carpentry and joinery for students following City & Guilds and CITB courses, NVQ candidates, and students working towards an Institute of Carpenters qualification. This book is also ideal for a wide range of amateur and professional woodworkers. Volume 3 builds on the fundamental knowledge introduced in volume 1, and accompanies volume 2 with coverage of additional advanced topics and procedures, including working with particular door and window types. The reader is shown how to apply the basic theory introduced in volume 1 to actual carpentry and joinery practice in a highly illustrated, easily accessible text.This second edition has been fully updated in line with changes to the Building Regulations and current legislation, the third edition also incorporates developments in current best practice, with a comprehensive match to the latest qualifications in Wood Occupations.Trade ReviewReview of volume 1: "A valuable asset to students and those with a wider experience ... This first volume indicates clearly that the set of books will be of immense value to all carpentry and joinery students preparing for their qualifications. The drawings and photographs, both of which are numerous, are excellent, and the descriptive matter very well written." - JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF CARPENTERSTable of ContentsPreface.Prefabricated timber buildings.External cladding.Windows.Domestic doors, frames & linings.Domestic garage doors.Domestic gates.Stairs.Wall trims and finishes.Casing-in, falsework & wall panelling.Joinery fitments.Shoring and buildings.Repairs and maintenance.Index.

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Book SynopsisBLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Bathrooms brings you design advice, how-to instructions, and all the facts you need to achieve the bathroom of your dreams.This sixth edition of the perennial bestseller from the BLACK+DECKER Complete Guide series covers all the bases when it comes to bathroom remodeling. From freshening up decor to a down-to-the-studs remodel, all of the information you need to design the job and do the work yourself is right here. This new edition also features smart home projects, from advanced toilets and add-on bidets to freestanding tubs, dimmable lights, and touchless faucets.Through step-by-step photography and instructions, you’ll see how to update lighting, ventilation, flooring, surfaces, cabinetry, toilets, bathtubs, and accessories. This comprehensive buyer’s guide takes you through one of the most important steps in any remodeling project, and a complete and up-to-the minute se

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Book SynopsisThe companion volume to Making Concrete Countertops with Buddy Rhodes, this book details the art and craft of creating vertical concrete applications as well as integral sink and drainboard elements and curved-edge counters, for advanced users of the medium. An invaluable manual for contractors, architects, and expert handypersons alike, the project photography within will guide you step-by-step in the creation of an outdoor kitchen project, from the careful process of measuring a template, to building a mold, to casting, curing, and installation. With more than 30 years of experience in concrete art and fabrication, artist Buddy Rhodes shares his skills and experience in this useful, practical book. Most importantly, he shares the process he pioneered for creating the natural, stone-like pressed surfaces that have become his hallmark. As the popularity of concrete in home decor soars, this book will be an indispensable guide for any craftsman who hopes to make his mark on this incredible, expanding market.

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Book SynopsisShe examines advancements in water-supply and waste-management technology, the architectural considerations these amenities entailed, and the scientific approach to sanitation that began to emerge by century's end.Trade Review"An essential perspective on the modern world... The text offers an abundance of detailed information on the development of tubs, showers, toilets, and sinks... Goes well beyond any provious account in delineating how fresh and waste water systems had an impact on domestic life in the mid-nineteenth century. American Studies InternationalTable of ContentsPreface and AcknowledgmentsIntroduction1. Domestic Reform and American Household Plumbing, 1840-18702. Water Supply and Waste Disposal for the Convenient House3. Convenience Embodied: Midcentury Plumbing Fixtures4. The End of Convenience: Science, Sanitation, and Professionalism, 1870-18905. The Sanitarians Take Charge: Scientific Plumbing in the American HomeConclusionNotesNote on SourcesIndex

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Book SynopsisExamines the forces that attracted many social and intellectual leaders of 18th-century Russia to Freemasonry as an instrument for change and progress. The author reveals how Freemasonry became a part of a larger social transformation that saw the development of literary circles and social clubs.Trade Review"Working the Rough Stone, built on a rich documentary base and catholic in scope, is a solid contribution to the study of early modern Russian elite culture."—Slavic and East European Journal "A welcome contribution.... Fills a major void in the literature."—Slavic Review "The most complete and accessible account of the structure and development of the Russian masonic movement in the English language."—Slavonic and East European ReviewTable of ContentsTable of Contents Introduction 1. Life in the Lodges 2. The Russian Public; or, Civil Society in the Eighteenth Century 3. Virtue's Refuge, Wisdom's Temple 4. The Image of the Mason Conclusion Notes Selected Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisRustic and charming or stately and proud, a well-built stone wall can add personality and beauty to your property. John Vivian’s lively approach and step-by-step instructions encourage you to transform a pile of rocks into an enduring landscape feature with gates, retaining walls, or stiles to suit your needs. Whatever unique challenges come with your site — poor drainage, sloping ground, or low-quality rubble material — Vivian offers innovative designs and reproducible methods to help you build a beautiful, long-lasting wall. 

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Book SynopsisIf you manage your own water supply, you've likely had, are having, or will have water problems. Whether it's an issue of access, contamination, or taste, Stu Campbell has a clever solution, often enlivened by a charming anecdote. Campbell offers techniques for locating water on your property, as well as how to purify, store, and distribute it throughout your home. With an approachable style, expert advice, and money-saving strategies, The Home Water Supply has all of your water issues covered.

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Book SynopsisTraces the history of this construction technique, discusses woods, tools, and special joints, and shows how to plan and build a timber framed house.

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Book SynopsisProvides step-by-step instructions and detailed plans for building a moderate-sized, two-story log home from a pre-cut manufacturer's kit or from freshly cut logs, proceeding from site selection to finishing work and maintenance tips.

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Book SynopsisBuild a classic, enduring, and affordable home. With Jack A. Sobon's careful guidance, you can construct your own timber-framed house in the traditional hall-and-parlor style. From felling trees to cutting timbers, and frame construction to door selection, you'll find Sobon's professional advice and hand-drawn illustrations invaluable. Whether you're a first-time builder or a seasoned contractor looking to expand your repertoire, you'll find answers to all your timber-frame questions. Open the front door and walk into the home of your dreams.

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Book SynopsisContaining over 30,000 wood names with their corresponding commercial, common, and vernacular names, this book was originally published in Germany in 1936 and has long been unavailable. It includes the species, family, and area or country of origin for each wood. But its greatest value lies in the quantity of common or local names for various timbers, a topic of growing concern as the export of native woods increases. Containing Spanish, French, German, and English vernacular names, this book is useful for commercial buyers as well as the hobbyist or wood collector.

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Book SynopsisConcrete is an inherently complex material to produce and an even more complex material to repair. With growing pressure to maintain the built environment, and not simply to demolish and rebuild, the need to repair concrete buildings and other structures is increasing and is expected to become of greater importance in the future.This straightforward book serves as a practical guide to engineers on the processes to be followed in commissioning a concrete repair. It stresses the need to fully understand the cause, extent and location of the problem, by appropriate insitu and laboratory testing. And it outlines the steps to a successful repair. It includes sections on the different repair techniques, giving good practical advice as to where and when to use them, and the warns of the pitfalls of their incorrect use. It also includes an up-to-date guide on the current standards for repair, and provides a good bibliography on other sources of information and books on the various teTable of ContentsUnderstanding defects, testing and inspection. The petrographic examination of concrete and concrete repairs. Structural aspects of repair. Cathodic protection of structures. Cathodic protection using thermal sprayed metals. Service life aspects of cathodic protection of concrete structures. Instrumentation and monitoring of structures. Electrochemical chloride extraction. Electrochemical realkalisation. Corrosion inhibitors. European standards for concrete repair. Concrete repair -a contractor’s perspective. Sprayed concrete for repairing concrete structures. Durability of concrete repairs. Service-life modelling for chloride-induced corrosion. Case studies in the use of FRPs. Coatings for concrete. Index.

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Book SynopsisHighly illustrated throughout, this is the story of brickmaking in the UK told by an expert in the field.

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Book SynopsisA new edition of a basic, readable and problem-focused guide to common plumbing difficulties.Table of Contents ·: The Plumbing System ·: Repairs and Emergencies ·: Small plumbing works ·: The Larger project ·: Maintenance and Contingency work ·: Appendices ·: Further Advice

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Book SynopsisEnsure your learners have the knowledge and skills to start a successful career in the construction industry, with this comprehensive new textbook published in association with City & Guilds for the legacy 6706, new 7906 and new Apprenticeship standard. This brand new title will help students:- Study with confidence, using the most up-to-date information available for all specifications andindustry standards- Enhance their understanding of concepts and techniques with clear and accurate technical drawingsand step-by-step photo sequences- Test their knowledge with end of chapter practice questions- Get ready for the workplace with industry tips and activities- Develop core skills with authors Stephen Jones and Stephen Redfern, who draw on their extensiveteaching and industry experience

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Book SynopsisHelp lay successful foundations for a career in the construction industry with this comprehensive new textbook, published in association with City & Guilds for the qualifications at Levels 2 and 3.- Study with confidence, using the most up-to-date information available for the new specificationsand industry standards- Enhance understanding of tools and concepts in bricklaying with clear and accurate technicaldrawings and step-by-step photo sequences- Test knowledge with practice questions and activities- Get ready for the workplace with Industry Tips and guidance on values and behaviours- Develop core skills with expert author Mike Jones, who draws on his extensive teaching and industry

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Book SynopsisMedieval castles, armoured knights, dragons, and crests are among the scroll saw projects included in this pattern-filled book. The popular segmentation style, which involves applying a pattern to wood, cutting the wood according to the pattern, rounding the edges, painting the pieces, and gluing them back into position on a plywood backing, is introduced and explained in these projects. The effect of the segmentation method is that the finished pieces resemble ceramic tile and stone mosaics created by the ancient Romans. Beginner or intermediate scrollers can simplify or complicate the projects by deleting or adding pattern lines.

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Book SynopsisThe 30 colourful wooden puzzles presented in this collection of scroll saw projects commemorate religious, natural, and civic occasions. Basic scrolling techniques are included, as are veterans' tips and special instructions for unique painting and staining effects. Each puzzle is constructed by making several interlocking cuts and produces three to four individual pieces of wood that fit together in the completed project. The ready-to-cut patterns include a nativity scene, leprechaun, pumpkin, Menorah candle scene, birthday cake, and Santa Claus.

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