Building Stairs |
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| Author:
| Engel, Andrew |
| Series title: | For Pros by Pros Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-56158-653-0 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2004 |
| Publisher: | Taunton Press, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $21.95 |
Book Description:
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Stair building combines precision carpentry with tricky math, so even experienced builders find it challenging. But as this extensively illustrated book demonstrates, any builder who can measure the distance between two floors can plan and build a stunning set of stairs. By clearly laying out the geometry, planning, and construction involved, author Andy Engel takes the reader from a simple structure built of framing lumber to a set of stairs fit for a king. From building and...
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Stair building combines precision carpentry with tricky math, so even experienced builders find it challenging. But as this extensively illustrated book demonstrates, any builder who can measure the distance between two floors can plan and build a stunning set of stairs. By clearly laying out the geometry, planning, and construction involved, author Andy Engel takes the reader from a simple structure built of framing lumber to a set of stairs fit for a king. From building and installing railings to using off-the-shelf stair parts, Building Stairs lays out the process clearly and completely.
- Written by a pro
- Accurate and reliable
- Easy to navigate
- Covers railings and newels
- Includes outdoor stairs