Graphic Guide to Frame Construction: Completely Revised and Updated - Softcover

Thallon, Rob

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1561586366 ISBN 13: 9781561586363

Publisher: Taunton Press, 2002

Synopsis

A classic reference, the Graphic Guide to Frame Construction is a comprehensive visual handbook filled with hundreds of meticulous drawings showing the framing details you need to understand when building with wood. This revised fourth edition reflects the most recent changes in residential frame construction. It contains more details for engineered wood products, fasteners, and seismic hold-down requirements, as well as the latest IRC code updates.  It is well annotated and covers foundations, floors, walls, stairs, and roofs. Because examples are taken from actual job sites by a trusted expert, this book is an invaluable visual aid that can help builders and homeowners alike to tackle a wide range of framing projects.

About this title

About the Author:

Rob Thallon, architect and Associate Professor of Architecture at the University of Oregon, is the author of the bestselling series of guides: "Graphic Guide to Frame Construction, Graphic Guide to Site Construction, and Graphic Guide to Interior Details." He has more than 30 years of experience in residential design construction and has designed many custom houses and housing complexes.

Review:

"An invaluable reference for experienced designers and builders; an essential aid for beginners." Richard Meyer, National Association of Home Builders"

About this edition

• Publisher: Taunton Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1561586366
• ISBN 13: 9781561586363
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 252