Trim : step-by-step / [author, Neal Barrett].
Material type: TextSeries: SmartguidePublication details: Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Creative Homeowner ; Hove : Roundhouse [distributor], c2009.Edition: 2nd edDescription: 112 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cmISBN:- 9781580114455 (pbk.)
- 1580114458 (pbk.)
- 694.6 BAR 22
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Smart Guide®: Trim, 2nd Edition nbsp;is an all-new photographic edition of a best-seller that shows readers how to select and install the right molding and trim for their homes. The book describes room preparation, tools, planning the layout, cutting molding and trim, installation, finishing techniques, and maintenance. Smart Guide: Trim, 2nd Edition nbsp;covers a variety of trim types, including base, crown, and chair rail moldings, as well as window and door casings.
Includes index.
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- Smart Guide: Trim, 2nd Edition
- Chapter 1 Selecting Trim
- Decorative Trim
- Purposes of Trim
- Design Principles
- Species & Grades of Trim
- Guidelines for Buying Trim
- Types of Molding
- Making Your Own Molding
- Cutting Custom Profiles
- Assembling Custom Profiles
- Chapter 2 Tools & More
- Tools
- Using a Measuring Tape
- Using a Hammer
- Using a Power Miter Saw
- Using a Miter Box & Backsaw
- Nails
- Chapter 3 Installation
- Cutting Trim
- Woodworking Joinery for Trim
- Trimming a Miter
- Coping Base Trim
- Strengthening Joints
- Finding Studs
- Installing Ceiling Molding
- Measuring for Ceiling Molding
- Installing Crown Molding
- Crown Molding Problems
- Installing Base Trim
- Installing Wall Trim
- Installing Wainscoting
- Other Molding
- Solving Common Problems
- Chapter 4 Openings
- Common Joinery for Window & Door Trim
- Wall Problems
- Jamb Extensions
- Installing the Stool
- Installing the Apron
- Installing Mitered Casing
- Adjusting a Miter
- Installing Butt-Jointed Casing
- Installing Picture-Frame Window Casing
- Trimming a Door
- Plumbing Door Jambs
- Installing Mitered Door Trim
- Installing Plinth Blocks
- Exterior Details for Windows & Doors
- Installing Exterior Casing
- Chapter 5 Final Touches
- Before Finishing
- Finishing Trim
- Repairing Damaged Trim
- Removing Base
- Removing Door & Window Casing
- Recognizing Rot & Insect Damage
- Glossary
- Index