Quick Guide: Stairs & Railings: Step-by-Step Construction Methods

U.S.A.: Creative Homeowner, 1996. 1st Edition . Very Good. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. This Quick Guide shows readers how to design and build all kinds of staircases and railings for their home. The most essential information readers need to successfully handle each task is packed into this concise construction manual. Over 190 detailed drawings clearly illustrate the step-by-step instruction, which has been written with the do-it-yourselfer in mind. With the help of this Quick Guide, readers can add value to their home while enjoying the greatest possible savings in time, effort, and money. Quick Guide: Stairs & Railings shows you how to: - Design a staircase - Build a basic straight-run stairway - Construct open-riser exterior stairs - Build an L-shaped staircase with landing - Install ladder, spiral, folding, and platform stairs - Assemble and install balustrades and railings - Repair damaged steps, handrails, and balusters 80 pp.