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by Robert Scharff (Author), Walls & Ceilings Magazine (Author)
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In-depth coverage of steel framing and information on the newest materials and tools, and the latest details on the code
The steel frame how-to'' for wood-builders
The use of steel in residential construction is hot. So if your expertise lies in conventional wood frame construction, you'll definitely want to pick up the Residential Steel Framing Handbook. Robert Scharff and the editors of Walls & Ceilings Magazine take you step-by-step through each stage of the construction process--from preconstruction preparation to interior finishing--delivering all the in's and out's of building houses with steel. Jam-packed with over 350 illustrations and photographs, it's the perfect on-the-job training manual for you and your crew: sound proofing; insulation; calculating load strength; special tools and equipment; drywall and other interior finishes; building codes and zoning regulations; material specifications and selection; connectors and fasteners; steel floor framing; stell framed roofs; and much more.
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A lot has been written in trade journals about steel framing, but a solid professional reference on residential steel framing has not been available - until now. If you want the latest information on the widely touted alternative to traditional wood framing, this valuable resource provides an up-to-the-minute look at steel framing - from materials and tools to applications and techniques. Unrealistic only a few years ago, steel framing has blossomed into one of the residential construction industry's hottest technologies. Here, you'll get an unbiased examination of all aspects of steel framing, including an eye-opening look at its many code-exceeding features. You'll find tips on how to incorporate steel framing painlessly into your current production practices and train staff so you can make the transition to steel framing with a minimum of downtime. Hundreds of photographs and drawings clearly illustrate how to construct most assemblies.
