Table of Content
Preface Introduction Chapter 1-Before construction starts Regulation Financial planning Site selection House design Selecting materials Labor-saving techniques Materials delivery Effience use of materials Energy conservation Protection of materials Subcontracting Schedule of activity Chapter 2-Laying the groundwork Site preparation Excavation and footings Foundation Basement floor and crawl space Other features Concrete floor slabs on ground Retaining walls Chapter 3-Framing and closing in Recommended nailing practices Floor framing Stairways Floor sheathing Exterior wall framing Exterior wall sheathing Ceiling and roof framing Roof sheathing Roof coverings Skylights Chapter 4-Completing the shell Flashing and other sheet-metal work Attic ventilation Windows and exterior doors Exterior covering materials Exterior covering installation Exterior trim Chapter 5-Specialty features "Fireplaces, wood stoves, and chimneys" Garages and carports Porches and decks Driveways and walkways Chapter 6-Working inside Interior wall framing "Plumbing, heating, and electrical installation" Insulation and vapor retarders Interior wall and ceiling finishing Wood flooring Other floor coverings Interior doors Chapter 7-Finishing touches Interior trim Cabinets and other millwork "Finishes for interior walls, ceilings, and trim" Finishes for floors Finishes for exterior surfaces Maintenance of finishes Chapter 8-Special topics Protection against decay and termites Energy conservation Noise control "Wind, snow, and seismic loads" All-weather construction Maintenance and repair Technical notes Concrete Heat flow and insulation Lumber grades Design values for visually graded structural lumber Plywood markings Finishing pressure-treated wood Nailing schedules Square corners Selected Bibliography Glossary of housing terms Index
