Construction & Building Trades - Carpentry & Roofing, Home Carpentry
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Overview
Everything a finish carpenter needs to know: the proper use of hand and power tools, assessing a job before you begin, and tricks of the trade from a master finish carpenter. Easy-to-follow instructions for installing doors and windows, ceiling treatments (including fancy beams, corbels, cornices and moldings), wall treatments (including wainscoting and sheet paneling), and many special finishing touches. Specialized interior work includes cabinetry and built-ins, stair finish work, and closets. Includes manhour tables for finish work, and hundreds of illustrations.Synopsis
Everything a finish carpenter needs to know: the proper use of hand and power tools, assessing a job before you begin, and tricks of the trade from a master finish carpenter. Easy-to-follow instructions for installing doors and windows, ceiling treatments (including fancy beams, corbels, cornices and moldings), wall treatments (including wainscoting and sheet paneling), and many special finishing touches. Specialized interior work includes cabinetry and built-ins, stair finish work, and closets. Includes manhour tables for finish work, and hundreds of illustrations.
Book Details
Published
April 1, 1993
Publisher
Craftsman Book Company
Pages
208
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780934041829