Taunton For Pros By Pros: Finish Carpentry

Product Description

Whether its new construction or remodelling, finish carpentry is what gives a home warmth, personality & style
- & this new, thoroughly illustrated reference provides the step-by-step information a professional or ambitious DIYer needs to get the job done right the first time. Starting with how to damage-proof a house before the carpentry begins, the authors take the reader through every aspect of the craft. From running baseboards & installing interior doors to trimming windows & installing crown & wainscot, the authors tackle the hard parts such as working with out-of-plumb, out-of-square & out-of-level conditions. The authors also include an invaluable appendix on wood basics which details grain, shrinkage, joint design, finishes & composite materials.