Complete Visual Guide to Building a House, The

John Carroll and Chuck Lockhart

ISBN 10: 1600850227 / ISBN 13: 9781600850226

Published by Taunton Press Inc, 2014

About this Item

A complete step-by-step course in residential carpentry and construction. It features full-colour drawings of every step in the building process from laying a foundation through to installing the finishing touch on a newel post. Num Pages: 544 pages, full colour throughout, includes drawings. BIC Classification: TNK; TNTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 282 x 222 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1698. . 2014. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9781600850226

Bibliographic Details

Title: Complete Visual Guide to Building a House, ...

Publisher: Taunton Press Inc

Publication Date: 2014

Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Chuck Lockhart

Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis:

The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House by John Carroll is the definitive course in residential construction. This comprehensive guide combines detailed illustrations with expert instruction, making it an essential reference for builders, carpenters, and homeowners alike.

Covering every aspect of house building from foundation to finishing touches, this book is designed to eliminate guesswork and avoid costly mistakes.

With The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House in hand, you’ll be fully equipped with reliable information and clear visuals, empowering you to take on the challenges of residential construction confidently.

Key Features:

• Thorough Coverage: Learn every step of the building process, including foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, roofing, and finishing touches.

• Expert Guidance: Benefit from the combined expertise of builder-author John Carroll and illustrator Chuck Lockhart, who together bring over 65 years of experience in the building trades.

• Detailed Illustrations: Over 1,200 full-color drawings clearly depict each process, providing visual aids that enhance understanding and execution.

• Step-by-Step Instructions: Each section includes expert step-by-step guidance, ensuring that you know exactly what needs to be done at every critical stage of construction.

• User-Friendly Format: This easy-to-navigate guide allows you to quickly find the information you need, making your building project more manageable.

About the Author:

Chuck Lockhart is an artist, living in New Preston CT. He was the art director for Fine Homebuilding magazine for over 18 years and now serves as an illustrator for Taunton Books.

John Carroll has been building and repairing houses since the late 1960s and is still an active remodeling contractor in Durham, NC. He is a frequent contributor to Fine Homebuilding Magazine and is the author of "Working Alone" and "Measuring, Marking & Layout.