This trusted guide has been a national bestseller among Canada's
housing professionals for years. Based on the 2005 National Building Code, the
updated Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction contains illustrations,
sizing tables, planning notes and tips on healthy housing to improve indoor air
quality and reduce environmental impact. An indispensable tool for builders,
renovators and do-it-yourselfers, covering everything from site excavation to
completion. Topics include: concrete work, footings and foundations; framing
all parts of the house; roof sheathings; exterior finishes, trims and millwork;
plumbing, heating and wiring; vapour and air barriers; insulation, fire and
sound control; ventilation; interior wall and ceiling finishes, floor
coverings; stairs, eaves, chimneys, and much more.
"Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction is based
on the requirements of the 2005 edition of the National Building Code.
This book is not a substitute for the National Building Code. Readers
are encouraged to refer to the codes and standards pertaining to housing in
their jurisdictions for a complete set of requirements." - from the Canadian
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