Structural Timber Hand Book On Pacific Coast Woods (1916)

The Structural Timber Hand Book on Pacific Coast Woods, written by Oliver Perry Morton Goss in 1916, is a comprehensive guide to the various types of timber available on the Pacific Coast of the United States. The book provides detailed information about the physical properties of each type of wood, including its strength, durability, and resistance to decay and insect damage. It also includes information on the best uses for each type of wood, such as for building construction, furniture making, or shipbuilding.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different type of wood. These include Douglas fir, western hemlock, Sitka spruce, redwood, and cedar. Each section includes detailed descriptions of the wood's characteristics, as well as illustrations and photographs to help readers identify each type of wood.In addition to information on individual types of wood, the book also includes general information on timber construction, such as how to select and grade lumber, how to join and fasten timber, and how to design and build timber structures. There are also chapters on the history of timber use on the Pacific Coast, as well as on the economics of the timber industry.Overall, the Structural Timber Hand Book on Pacific Coast Woods is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the properties and uses of timber on the Pacific Coast. It is a well-researched and comprehensive guide that remains relevant today for anyone working with wood in construction or other industries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.