Building construction illustrated /
Francis D.K. Ching
- Fourth edition
- New Jersey : John Wiley & Son, Inc., c2008
- various pagings : illustrations ; 28 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The Building site -- The Building -- Foundation systems-- Floor systems -- Wall systems -- Roof systems -- Moisture and thermal protection -- Doors and windows -- Special construction -- Finish work -- Mechanical and electrical systems -- Notes on materials
The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information For nearly three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.K. Ching's signature style.