sheathing, roofing, windows and doors, exterior finish, stairs, cabinetry, and finishing procedures for interior walls, floors, and ceilings. Beyond a solid discussion of building basics, this text covers special topics, such as chimneys, fireplaces, and decks. Systems-built housing, remodeling, solar construction, and painting and decorating are also covered. Chapters are arranged in a logical sequence similar to the order in which the phases of building construction are performed. Includes step-by-step procedures graphically offset from the text. Presents clear, nontechnical language and detailed illustrations in an easy-to-understand format. Provides useful career information in a dedicated chapter, plus more than 20 On-the-Job features describing building trades occupations.  

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