Heritage Resources
Modern Carpentry - Student Textbook (T143)
Modern Carpentry - Student Textbook (T143)
Couldn't load pickup availability
Modern Carpentry provides detailed coverage of all aspects of light construction, including site preparation and layout, foundations, framing and sheathing, roofing, windows and doors, exterior finish, stairs, cabinetry, and finishing. Special topics, such as chimneys, fireplaces, and decks, are also covered. The text familiarizes students with other aspects of the building trades with chapters on plumbing, electrical, and HVACR.
Changes for this edition include a new Green Building and Certification Programs chapter, new Thinking Green features, increased coverage of International Residential Code (IRC) and OSHA requirements, and increased safety and rigging content.
A career chapter and Construction Careers features throughout the text introduce students to on-the-job success factors, including basic skills, safety, attitudes, and career opportunities.
Detailed, step-by-step procedures break down complex operations into easy-to-follow tasks, ensuring student success.
Beyond a solid discussion of building basics, Modern Carpentry covers special topics such as constructing stairs, chimneys, fireplaces, and decks. Systems-built (prefabricated) houses, remodeling, cabinet installation, solar construction, and painting and decorating are also covered.
To familiarize carpentry students with other aspects of the building trades, the text includes chapters on mechanical systems: electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Throughout the text, safe working practices are emphasized, and special attention is paid to proper use of the latest tools, materials, and prefabricated components.
Chapters are arranged in a logical sequence, similar to the order in which the phases of building construction are performed.
Includes many step-by-step procedures set as boxed features.
Uses clear, nontechnical language and detailed illustrations to provide the most easy-to-understand presentation of any carpentry book on the market.
Provides useful career information in a dedicated chapter and more than 20 ?On-the-Job? features throughout the book that describe specific building trades occupations.
Provides detailed coverage of both residential and light commercial construction.
Table of Contents
Preparing to Build
1. Building Materials
2. The Carpenters Workplace
3. Plans, Specifications, and Codes
4. Hand Tools
5. Power Tools
6. Building Layout
Footings, Foundations, and Framing
7. Footings and Foundations
8. Floor Framing
9. Wall and Ceiling Framing
10. Roof Framing
11. Framing with Steel
Closing In
12. Roofing Materials and Methods
13. Windows and Exterior Doors
14. Exterior Wall Finish
Finishing
15. Thermal and Sound Insulation
16. Interior Wall and Ceiling Finish
17. Finish Flooring
18. Stair Construction
19. Doors and Interior Trim
20. Cabinetry
21. Painting, Finishing, and Decorating
Special Construction
22. Chimneys and Fireplaces
23. Post-and-Beam Construction
24. Systems-Built Housing
25. Passive Solar Construction
26. Remodeling, Renovating, and Repairing
27. Building Decks and Porches
Mechanical Systems
28. Electrical Wiring
29. Plumbing Systems
30. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Scaffolds and Careers
31. Scaffolds and Ladders
32. CarpentryA Career Path
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
We ship using Expedited Parcel by Canada Post or via Courier which means you should get your parcel in 4-7 business days once shipped. If you would like your order sooner, please contact us for Xpress or Priority Post rates.
If your order qualifies for free shipping and one or two books are backordered, we will hold your entire order until we can ship. If the wait is longer than several days, we will be sure to email you and notify you of total wait time. We can make arrangements for split shipping an order for a flat rate shipping charge if necessary.
Returns
Occasionally you will purchase something that turns out to be quite different from what you expected.
-Returns will be accepted on items listed in the catalogue with the exception of Alpha Omega and Bob Jones materials.
-All damages on items must be reported within 5 days of when you received that item.
-CDs/DVDs that have been opened are not eligible for returns.
-Any items that are specially ordered cannot be returned without prior approval. -Catalogue items must be returned within 30 days with a copy of the invoice and must be returned in new condition. Be sure to wrap and package the books well.
Full credit will be given (shipping and handling excluded) for books arriving in new condition. We reserve the right to apply a restocking fee on larger returns.
If you received free shipping on your order, and your return brings your order below our free shipping rate, the shipping cost will be deducted from your credit.
How to Order
Orders can be placed by adding products to your shopping cart and checking out. You can also order by phone, fax, email, or regular mail. If you are ordering online, your order will automatically be emailed to us once you check out. You will receive an email confirmation within two working days that your order is being processed. If you have any questions, use the message box that will be submitted with your order with any additional information/instructions.
To request a copy of our catalogue, please contact us.
Heritage Resources tries to keep a good level of inventory and should be able to send out your order quickly after it is received. If you are in a particular hurry, please let us know and we will inform you of any delays.
Payment Information
Payment can be made online with Interac E-transfer, VISA, MasterCard, Debit (if picking up your order) cheque, or money order. Select ‘other’ at payment options for us to call you to arrange payment details if you prefer to not do that online.
Purchase Orders
Yes, we take Purchase Orders! Please indicate school you are billing to and the p.o. number if you have it. This can be done by going back to the shopping cart under additional notes on bottom left of the screen.
Hours
Because this is a family operated business, there are times when we need to be away to pick up product or for other reasons. We ask that you call ahead to make sure someone is home to assist you. We are often available during the evening and on Saturdays. We are closed on Sundays.
Regular instore hours are 9am - 4pm, Monday thru Friday.
Shipping and Handling Charges
Shipping and handling costs in Canada are based on the value of your order. Shipping costs to destinations outside Canada will be determined on an individual basis after an order is received.
| Purchase Value(before tax) | Shipping Cost |
|---|---|
| $0.00 - $140.00 | $14.00 |
| $140.01 - $200.00 | $17.00 |
| $200.01 - $300.00 | $22.00 |
| $300.01 - $450.00 | $24.00 |
| $450.01 - | Free shipping |
