Books

Foundations work is not glamorous, but it is the work upon which all other work rests, so a good foundation is critical to every home. No source of knowledge on foundations and concrete work is better...

Accomplished roof framers rely on a variety of tools, techniques and trade secrets to get roof framing done right, from calculators and framing squares to string lines, templates and oversize saws. S...

Whether you are pouring a concrete walkway or staking out the excavation for a basement foundation, doing the right job demands a thorough knowledge of concrete construction techniques. Veteran builde...

Installing drywall is one of the basic skills you need to master to create great looking rooms. In this revised edition of the best selling classic drywall contractor Myron R. Ferguson shares the late...

Here is a complete visual handbook for wood frame construction, thoroughly revised and updated to include new materials, construction methods and building code revisions. This edition contains 75 new ...

Timber Frame presents 25 years of Benson's craft and practice, with examples from the Rocky Mountains to New England. With styles ranging from traditional to contemporary, Timber Frame takes you on a...