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Here's the updated and enlarged third edition of our classic reference on how to choose systems and materials for every part of a home. With brand new chapters on transforming a home with green practices and creative storage solutions -- plus the latest code information and over 400 new full-color illustrations -- this up-to-the-minute, enhanced edition will become an essential resource for your building library. Designed for do-it-yourself homeowners, as well as builders, contractors and architects, The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling is the authoritative, go-to reference manual for anyone involved in residential design and construction. In fact, earlier editions of this classic guide have sold over 250,000 copies. With its unique visual approach and over 1,600 full-color drawings, this new, expanded edition provides you with a clear, detailed look at every aspect of home construction -- and built-in systems. So you can visualize exactly how to tackle any building project or construction challenge. And, in addition to its user-friendly graphic presentation, you'll also appreciate the clear, straightforward language that gives you everything you need to get going. Here are just a few reasons why you'll want to pick up a copy of this new edition. It's chock full of new material with lots of essential information not included in earlier versions Over 400 new full-color drawings shed light on a wide range of additional materials, systems and details New chapters on energy-efficient green building practices and innovative storage solutions Over 1,600 drawings -- in total -- cover every aspect of home building and remodeling Over 300 tables offer quick access to critical data
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A step-by-step shop reference culled from the first six volumes of Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide series. This covers all of the fundamental techniques every woodworker needs to know. Organized for quick access and with over 1200 photos and drawings, this is the essential book for everything from setting up shop to finishing. Published at $29.95 Special $23.95.
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Dekorne shows haw to handle all common trim projects, including window and door casings, baseboards, wainscoting and crown molding. A complete do-it-yourself book written by a professional carpenter.
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Build a master furniture maker’s favorite bench. In this Fine Woodworking workshop DVD, award-winning craftsman Philip C. Lowe will show you how to build the workbench that’s been his trusty workshop companion for 40 years. Plus, your DVD comes complete with digital and SketchUp plans. Don’t let the size fool you! Despite its relatively small footprint, this bench offers woodworkers big benefits: It easily fits in most shops and is nicely proportioned, allowing you to reach your work from all four sides. And, the design offers loads of storage down below for stowing your favorite tools. Master a variety of traditional joinery techniques. As you build your own version of Philip’s workbench, you’ll expand your know-how on these important topics: •Joinery preparation •Mortise-and-tenon joinery •Sliding dovetails •Gluing up the base •Benchtop construction •Dovetailed drawers •Door and bench dogs Get the inside story on Philip Lowe’s signature techniques: With Basic Workbench with Built-In Storage DVD you can build the same exact bench that has served Philip for decades. Plus, you’ll learn his secrets for cutting sliding dovetails, laying out and cutting benchdog holes, and tackling benchtop glue-up in easy stages.
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While new construction has slowed to a crawl and upgrading to a bigger house is no longer a sure thing, more and more homeowners are choosing to remodel. Theyre actively looking for information on how to make their current home a better place to live. This collection of 36 articles from the experts at Fine Homebuilding lays out detailed information on every stage of remodelingfrom planning and design to building and installation, upgrades, finishing, and clean-up. Coverage includes interior and exterior design and building strategies, as well as information on additions and tips for living comfortably through a remodel. With 300 color photographs, 75 drawings, practical sidebars, and case studies, this complete guide is a one-stop reference. For over 30 years Fine Homebuilding, based in Newtown, Connecticut, has been the magazine of choice for people who care about quality home improvement and construction. Today, with a circulation of 300,000, it is the best source of home improvement information, inspiring readers to build projects better, faster, and more efficiently.
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Here we have a master turner offering a fine overall picture on turning bowls. Raffan offers design advice as well as finishing techniques and step-by-step instructions and photos. For the more adept turners there are advanced techniques, decoration, form and balance