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Trim Carpentry

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ISBN-10: 1418028649

ISBN-13: 9781418028640

Edition: 2nd 2007 (Revised)

Authors: Philip Moon

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Trim Carpentry examines, step-by-step, the specific tasks assigned to the finish carpenter. A valuable resource for anyone pursuing a career, or interest, within the trim carpentry field, this book focuses on the techniques and methods required of all finish jobs. From installing and trimming interior doors, casing windows and installing cabinets, this book is a must have resource. Along with additional chapters on tools and safety, readers will learn the important skills associated with not only getting the job done, but getting it done well.
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Book details

List price: $27.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 9/7/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 272
Size: 8.46" wide x 10.83" long x 0.35" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English

Procedures
Preface
Safety First, Last, and Always
Introduction to Finish Carpentry
What Is Finish Carpentry?
Setting Up the Workstation
Maintaining the Worksite
Job Safety
Finish Carpentry Basics
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Tools Used in Finish Carpentry
Introduction
Tool Safety
Types of Tools
Maintaining Tools
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Interior Doors and Casings
Introduction
Types of Interior Doors
Materials
Procedures: Install Interior Doors
Installing Doors and Cased Openings
Marking Jambs for Door Casing
Installing Doorjambs
Spacing Doors and Jambs
Installing Prehung Doors
Installing Shims
Cutting Hinge Gains
Adjusting Doors
Doorstops
Door Locks
Thresholds
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Base Molding
Introduction
Job Safety
Types of Base Molding
Materials
Procedures: Install Base Molding
Preparing for Base Molding
Measuring Base Molding
Cutting Base Molding
Coping Trim
Splicing Trim
Installing Base Molding
Stacking Base Molding
Shims for Base Molding
Miter Saw Positions and Symbols
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Windows
Introduction
Types of Windows
Materials
Procedures: Fit a Window with Jambs and Trim
Assembling and Installing Window Jambs
Installing Jamb Extensions
Installing Window Stools
Installing Window Casings
Installing Window Aprons
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Wainscot, Picture Molding, and Chair Rails
Introduction
Types of Wainscot, Picture Molding, and Chair Rails
Materials
Procedures: Construct Wall Frames and Wainscoting
Constructing and Spacing Wall Frames
Assembling Wainscot
Meeting Window and Door Trim
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Closets
Introduction
Types of Closets
Materials
Procedures: Construct a Closet
Constructing the Closet in Correct Order
Marking Layout Lines
Building and Installing Shoeboxes
Installing Shelf- and Rod-Supporting Cleats
Cutting and Installing Shelves
Adding Metal Rod Support Brackets
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Crown Molding
Introduction
Types of Crown Molding
Materials
Procedures: Install Crown Molding
Measuring Crown Molding
Cutting Crown Molding
Coping Crown Molding
Splicing Crown Molding
Installing Crown Molding
Support Blocks
Stacked Crown Molding
Dentil Crown Molding
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Ceiling Beams
Introduction
Types of Ceiling Beams
Materials
Procedures: Construct Ceiling Beams
Framing for Ceiling Beams
Calculating Layout and Spacing
Installing Beams on Vaulted Ceilings
Cutting a Pattern
Preparing and Attaching Sides and Cap
Installing Tongue and Groove
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Stairs
Introduction
Types of Stairs
Materials
Procedures: Finish (Typical) Stairs
Installing Stair Stringers
Determining Angle of Staircase
Installing Treads and Risers
Installing the Starter Step
Installing the Balustrade
Installing Handrails
Installing Balusters
Installing Newels, Rosettes, and Volutes
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Columns
Introduction
Types of Columns
Materials
Procedures: Make and Install a Column
Preparing to Make a Column
Determining the Height of a Column
Determining the Width of a Column
Ripping the Sides of a Column
Joining the Sides of a Column
Fluting the Column
Adding Trim to the Column
Installing the Column
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Cabinet Installation
Introduction
Types of Cabinets
Materials
Procedures: Install Cabinets
Installing Wall and Base Cabinets
Installing Countertops
Installing Knobs and Pulls
Installing Doors
Closing the Gaps
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Wood Flooring
Introduction
Types of Hardwood Flooring
Materials
Procedures: Install Flooring
Preparing the Floor
Preparing the Slab
Installing a Vapor Barrier over Slab
Installing Sleepers over Slab
Over Joist Construction
Installing Flooring
Plugged Flooring
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Index