Illustrated Book of Housebuilding and Carpentry FROM THE PUBLISHER
With a combined total of a quarter of a million copies in print in their separate editions, Illustrated Interior Carpentry and Illustrated Housebuilding are the undisputed classic guides for theaverage person doing interior or exterior home carpentry. Armed with this new two-in-one volume, anyone can tackle such jobs as the construction of plaster walls, and even build an entire house, economically, speedily and sturdily. In addition, Blackburn also discusses tools, materials, decorative moldings, stairs and handrails. With more than 600 illustrations, bibliography, index, and easy to follow text, this how-to reference provides sound and encourageing instructions for all home carpenters.
FROM THE CRITICS
Newsday
Blackburn makes everything seem easy in his uncluttered guide.
Popular Science
If you're thinking of building your own home or a new addition to your present home, and you'd like to know just what's involved, this is the book to set your thinking straight.
New York Times Book Review
For those who need a lot of help in building their own home, this is the book.
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