Roof Framing Books
Books and
Videos on Roof Framing,
Roof Cutting and Roof Frame Construction
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Published by the Journal of Light Construction
Author Will Holladay shares his insider tips gleaned over decades of
cutting roofs. You’ll find secrets such as gang-cutting techniques
for fast production of hips and valleys, and efficient techniques
for post-and-beam roof framing and exposed-beam ceilings |
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The
Art of Roof Cutting Series VHS Library
By watching the roof framing technique that is shown in this video, you
too can be on your way to becoming a master roof cutter. As a
skilled craftsman you will appreciate the value of these
comprehensive roof framing videos. Used in Technical Schools and
highly recommended by Building Contractors.
Basic,
Advanced & Super
Advanced Videos |
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Framing
Roofs - For Pros By Pros
Series
Exact Roof Framing Calculations and
Cuts in Framing Members, Plus Advice on Working with Roof Trusses. Accomplished roof framing
experts rely on a variety of
tools, techniques, and trade secrets to get the complex and
dangerous job of roof framing done right. In Framing Roofs, a
collection of roof framing articles from Fine Homebuilding magazine,
you'll find out how the foremost roof framers work with speed and
precision, and discover what it takes to master the craft of roof
framing. |
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Framing
Roofs - DVD
Practical Techniques for Roof Framing.
In Framing Roofs, Larry Haun and his brother Joe build the
roof of a basic 1,600-sq. ft. house. Starting from the top of the
walls, they take you step by step through the entire roof framing process,
showing you practical ways to organize tasks, streamline roof
framing procedures
and handle tools and materials efficiently. Here's your chance to
watch a roof framing master at work, and to become a better, more
efficient carpenter yourself.
Also Available in VHS Format |
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68 different pitch combinations of
"bastard" hip roofs at your fingertips. Don’t curse the
architect – let this book make you an accomplished master of
irregular pitched roof framing systems. You’ll be the envy of your
crew, and irregular or "bastard" roofs will be under your
command. This rare pocket-sized roof framing book comes hardbound with a
cloth marker like a true bible. |
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Learn Roof Framing Techniques on a
variety of Roofs. Shows how to frame any type of roof in
common use today, even if you've never tried roof framing before. Includes using a
roof framing pocket
calculator to figure any common, hip, valley, or jack rafter
length in seconds. Over 400 illustrations cover every
measurement and every cut on each type of roof: gable, hip,
Dutch, Tudor, gambrel, shed, gazebo, and more. |
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Roofing Construction & Estimating
Installation, repair and estimating for
nearly every type of roof covering available today in
residential and commercial structures: asphalt shingles, roll
roofing, wood shingles and shakes, clay tile, slate, metal,
built-up, and elastomeric. Covers sheathing and underlayment
techniques, as well as secrets for installing leakproof
valleys. Many estimating tips help you minimize waste, and
insure a profit. |
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Roofing Instant Answers
Your Toughest Roof Framing and Roofing Questions Answered in
Seconds!
- The author includes a mix of text and graphics
in a way that will empower readers to solve roof framing problems quickly,
effectively, and economically. Here is a convenient, one-of-a-kind, quick
reference tool designed to provide roof framing and roofing information in a flash.
At last, a breakthrough for roof framing professionals, architects,
contractors, suppliers, or anyone in need of instant, fingertip
access to information for tackling the most difficult problems
effectively, economically, and fast! |
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Roofing
with Asphalt Shingles - For Pros By
Pros
Expert Roofing Advice from
Start to Finish - More
than 80% of the homes in North America are roofed with asphalt
shingles. Whether you're shingling your own house or tackling roofs
every day, Roofing with Asphalt Shingles will help you
improve the production, appearance, and quality of your finished
product from eaves to ridge. Installing an asphalt roof isn't the
most difficult task you'll face, but improper installation can lead
to costly interior damage. Avoid those worries with clear and
complete instructions from author and custom builder Mike Guertin. |
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Framing Roofs
Graphic Guide to
Frame Construction
Framing Roofs
DVD or VHS
Roofing Instant Answers
Roofing with
Asphalt Shingles |
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