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Canadian wood-frame house construction / by Ted Kesik and Michael Lio.: NH17-3/1996E

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Department/Agency
  • Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.
TitleCanadian wood-frame house construction / by Ted Kesik and Michael Lio.
Publication typeMonograph
Language[English]
Other language editions[French]
FormatPhysical text
Note(s)
  • Contents: How to use this book.--Healthy housing.--Typical house construction processes.--Location and excavation.--Concrete work.--Footings, foundations and slabs.--Protection and care of materials on the building site.--Lumber and other wood products.--Framing the house.--Floor framing.--Wall framing.--Ceiling and roof framing.--Flashing.--Roof sheathing and coverings.--Wall sheathing and exterior finishes.--Windows and doors.--Exterior trim and millwork.--Stairs.--Framing details for plumbing, heating and wiring.--Chimneys and fireplaces.--Thermal insulation.--Vapour and air barriers.--Fire and sound control.--Ventilation.--Interior wall and ceiling finishes.--Floor coverings.--Interior doors, frames and trim.--Painting.--Eaves troughs and downspouts.--Garages and carports.--Surface drainage, driveways and walkways.--Protection against decay and termites.--Maintenance.--Appendix: tables.--Index.
Publishing information
  • Ottawa - Ontario : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation 1997.
BindingBinder
Descriptionvii, 303p. : figs., references, tables ; 23 cm.
ISBN0-660-16723-9
Catalogue number
  • NH17-3/1996E
Departmental catalogue numberNHA 5031
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