This entirely Australian manual is thoroughly researched in co-operation with the Australian timber, brick and concrete associations. It is written in Allan Staines usual easy to comprehend style.
It has literally hundrds of clear and technically accurate drawings covering each stage of construction. The text and drawings correlate well. The manual covers the carpentry aspect in detail as well as brick veneer, cavity brick and concrete block systems.
The manual provides current trade practices and hints that help bridge the gap between theory and practice. For these reasons it is an essential class room text.



Contents include understanding:

* Timber Frame Weatherboard Construction
* Brick Veneer Construction
* Cavity Brick Construction
* Concrete Block Construction
* Footing and Slab Floors
* Timber Floor Framing
* Timber Wall Framing
* Truss Roof Construction

Plus the installation of fittings such as windows, doors, weatherboards, baths, shower recesses, moldings and more.