ABSTRACT

Beginning with the fundamentals of carpentry work within a domestic construction setting, this book goes on to cover a wide range of first-fixing operations prior to plastering and second-fixing operations after plastering. Each chapter covers the subject in great detail with step-by-step illustrations and text.

Now in full colour, this edition has been updated throughout to take recent changes to the Building Regulations into account. The book is fully up to date with current industry best practice and technological developments, and a new chapter has been incorporated to address Sharpening Traditional Saws.

The breadth of coverage and easily accessible ‘how-to’ approach makes this text an ideal resource for the 2000 apprentices per year taking NVQs and 1500 following Construction Awards within the Wood Occupations (City & Guilds / Construction skills). The technical detail and practical focus ensures that this book will be a vital purchase for these students, and an essential reference for any experienced carpenter or joiner.

chapter 1|7 pages

Reading Construction Drawings

chapter 2|26 pages

Tools Required: their Care and Proper Use

chapter 3|7 pages

Carpentry Fixing-Devices

chapter 4|4 pages

Making a Carpenter’s Tool Box

chapter 5|15 pages

Making Builder’s Plant for Site Use

chapter 6|14 pages

Fixing Door Frames, Linings and Doorsets

chapter 7|6 pages

Fixing Wooden and uPVC Windows

chapter 8|24 pages

Fixing Floor Joists and Flooring

chapter 10|15 pages

Fixing Stairs and Balustrades

chapter 12|52 pages

Constructing Traditional and Modern Roofs

chapter 13|10 pages

Erecting Timber Stud Partitions

chapter 14|10 pages

Geometry for Arch Shapes

chapter 15|7 pages

Making and Fixing Arch Centres

chapter 17|6 pages

Fitting and Hanging Doors

chapter 18|5 pages

Fitting Locks, Latches and Door Furniture

chapter 19|1 pages

Fixing Pipe Casings and Framed Ducts

chapter 20|9 pages

Designing and Installing a Fitted Kitchen

chapter 21|6 pages

Site Levelling and Setting Out

chapter 22|6 pages

Sharpening Traditional Saws