Carpenter's Calculations Manual - Softcover

Tarbox, Roger; Woodson, R.

9780071437998: Carpenter's Calculations Manual

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071437991 ISBN 13: 9780071437998

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2004

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SOLUTIONS THAT ARE A CUT ABOVE

This illustrated, tip-filled guide gives you all the formulas and examples you need to solve a broad range of problems in carpentry -- and much more! Coauthored by a master carpenter and a popular construction author and master builder, Carpenter's Calculations Manual can help you construct a gazebo or a complete housing project. From calculating cuts, figuring lumber needs, to producing full takeoffs and tight joints, this guide helps you avoid wasted wood, flawed construction, and do-overs.

Carpenter's Calculations Manual helps you estimate and do it right the first time with:

Solutions designed specifically for the building trades
Easy-access answers in illustrations, photos, and boxes
Dozens of quick-read charts and tables
Minimal text -- just enough to explain the calculations
Fast help with framing requirements
Simple-to-use roofing calculations
Master-carpenter tips and tricks throughout
And much more

SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY CARPENTRY TASK� Site Work � Footings � Foundations � Sills and Joists � Subflooring � Wall Framing � Stairs � Rafters � Trusses � Roof Sheathing � Wall Sheathing � Roof Coverings � Windows � Exterior Doors � Sidings � Exterior Trim �

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From the Publisher:

Roger Tarbox is a master carpenter with 30 years of experience. He is a native of Maine who has worked in Colorado, New Hampshire, and Maine. Mr. Tarbox has build countless homes, garages, additions, and similar structures. In addition to his work as a carpenter and contractor, he has intimate knowledge of running a sawmill and creating perfect wood products. Mr. Tarbox resides in mid-coast Maine with his wife, Lynn, and enjoys woodworking as a hobby.

R. Dodge Woodson has owned and operated his own building, remodeling, and plumbing companies since 1979. His licenses have included those of a Class A builder, a master plumber, and a master gasfitter. He has built as many as 60 homes per year and remodeled countless homes. The author of dozens of books, Mr. Woodson has a reputation for delivering technical data in a reader-friendly way. R. Dodge Woodson is the president of The Masters Group, Inc., a construction, remodeling, and plumbing firm in Maine.

From the Back Cover:

SOLUTIONS THAT ARE A CUT ABOVE

This illustrated, tip-filled guide gives you all the formulas and examples you need to solve a broad range of problems in carpentry -- and much more! Coauthored by a master carpenter and a popular construction author and master builder,Carpenter's Calculations Manual can help you construct a gazebo or a complete housing project. From calculating cuts, figuring lumber needs, to producing full takeoffs and tight joints, this guide helps you avoid wasted wood, flawed construction, and do-overs.

Carpenter's Calculations Manual helps you estimate and do it right the first time with: