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9780071392396

Bricklaying

by  Peter Cartwright


ISBN-10: 0071392394

ISBN-13: 9780071392396

$35.00




Book Specs



Binding

Trade Paper

Publisher

McGraw Hill

Published on  

Apr 12, 2002

Edition  

1st Edition

Dimensions  

7.40x0.69x9.30 Inches

Weight  

1.33 Pounds

About the Book

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BRICKWORKING FROM "A-Z" . . .FOR NOVICES TO EXPERIENCED PROS

Whether you're a homeowner wanting to do your own repairs, a trade apprentice seeking to sharpen your skills, or a veteran craftsman or contractor with years of experience, you'll turn to this complete guide to bricklaying again and again. There is no more comprehensive or up-to-date reference available on the subject.

Written by a pro with over 25 years in the field, Bricklaying features:


* Over 560 technical drawings and diagrams illustrating technique and clear text that guides you every step of the way 
* Skill-building projects with start-to-finish instructions
* Electricity and plumbing integration in brick construction
* Solutions and preventive methods for high-wind concerns in cavity brickwork
* Table for calculating how many bricks are needed for a job
* Brick design for handicapped
* Engineering properties
* Essential topics such as damp-proofing, repairing and carcking mortor, window and door cutting, cleaning brick, and much more

An insider's guide to every facet of the world of brickwork.