Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction

Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction
By Canada Mortgage, Housing Corporation

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Publisher: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Number Of Pages: 303
Publication Date: 1998-07-01
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0660172941
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780660172941
Binding: Paperback

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Product Description:

This handy reference book walks you through the complete construction of a wood frame house, from excavation to the finishing touches. It is the most comprehensive, easy-to-use reference book for the construction of wood-frame houses. Features illustrations tables, plan ahead notes, healthy housing insights to minimize and protect occupants and environment.

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Summary: Great book for Educatioal and Practical Use
Rating: 5

This book goes through the whole house from the foundation up, there are sections throughout the book which give emphasis on Healthy House and tips on Planning Ahead to avoid problems down the road.

Appendix in the end are also useful for references on lumber dimensions, nail sizes, and other relevant information.

3-D illustrations are easy to understand, and very thorough in explaining various components of construction.

I would recommend this book to students, architects, or residential builders, and other people who are interested in wood-frame construction.

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