3-Pack: Allan Staines Decks & Pergolas Manual + House Building Manual + Renovator's Manual

The Australian House Building Manual The 9th Edition of this popular title is a book worth its weight in gold to everyone involved in house building. This entirely Australian manual is thoroughly researched in co-operation with the Australian Timber, Brick, Concrete and other relevant associations. It is written in Allan Staines usual easy to comprehend style. The Manual has over 660 clear and technically accurate drawings covering each stage of construction. The text and drawings correlate well. It covers the foundations and carpentry aspect in detail as well as brick veneer, cavity brick and concrete brick systems and weatherboard. The book provides current trade practices and hints that help bridge the gap between theory and practice. For these reasons, Allan Staines’ Manual is an essential class room text. The Australian Renovator’s Manual ISBN: 9781875217083 The Updated 7th Edition – covers most of the popular renovations and alterations around the home with trade methods and hints described. The all Australian practical guide for renovations and alterations in line with the Building Code of Australia. This book is specifically designed to deal with problems confronted when renovating or altering an existing dwelling. It also shows step-by-step how to accomplish popular renovation projects. For house-room extensions see How to be a Successful Owner Builder and Renovator. Australian Decks & Pergolas Construction Manual including deck construction in bush-fire localities ISBN: 9781875217052 This all Australian manual is packed with ideas and know how and will suit the Builder, Architect or Home DIY’er. It provides many fresh ideas in colour and easy to follow step-by-step instructions cover every procedure. From Designing and drawing an acceptable plan for Councils to constructing the post-supports, attaching decks or pergolas to the house, methods of handrailing and lots more. The Australian Decks and Pergolas Construction Manual is an invaluable reference for any homeowner intending to build, or hire someone to build, a deck or pergola