Basic Remodeling TechniquesThis comprehensive guide covers financing through to design and construction. Whether you're installing a skylight or remodeling your entire house, this helpful, lavishly illustrated book gives you step-by-step instructions that make each task clear and easy to follow. Save money with good design, solid plans, and sound, professional remodelling techniques. |
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Page 48
... height of the opening should be the height of the prehung frame , plus the depth of the header , plus Adding a New Doorway 1 / 2 - inch clearance . If the wall is nonbearing , the header can be two 2 by 4s laid flat . One is sufficient ...
... height of the opening should be the height of the prehung frame , plus the depth of the header , plus Adding a New Doorway 1 / 2 - inch clearance . If the wall is nonbearing , the header can be two 2 by 4s laid flat . One is sufficient ...
Page 63
... height Finished floor to finished floor 1083/4 ' ' 99 ' ' A Height at 2nd step 142 ' ' Approximate length- of stairway 12 ' a kit , with complete assembly and framing instructions provided by the manufacturer . Diameters range from 4 to ...
... height Finished floor to finished floor 1083/4 ' ' 99 ' ' A Height at 2nd step 142 ' ' Approximate length- of stairway 12 ' a kit , with complete assembly and framing instructions provided by the manufacturer . Diameters range from 4 to ...
Page 87
... height needed by juggling the combination of sleepers , girders , or posts and joists . build a new step because the ceiling height won't allow raising the floor , check the local code first . You may be required to build a landing at ...
... height needed by juggling the combination of sleepers , girders , or posts and joists . build a new step because the ceiling height won't allow raising the floor , check the local code first . You may be required to build a landing at ...
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