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Trim: Step-By-Step (Smart Guide)

by Creative Homeowner

Trim: Step-By-Step (Smart Guide) Cover

Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Smart Guide®: Trim, 2nd Edition 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 covers a variety of trim types, including base, crown, and chair rail moldings, as well as window and door casings.

Synopsis:

Install moldings and other trimwork as quickly and efficiently as a professional. Includes installing base, chair rail, and crown molding. 250 full-color photos and 10 color illustrations.

Synopsis:

Trim is both practical and decorative. It covers rough edges and joints between materials, and it adds detail and character to a home. Through concise, step-by-step text and accompanying color photographs, Smart Guide®: Trim, 2nd Edition shows readers how to install moldings and other trimwork in and around the house as quickly and efficiently as a professional.

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Table of Contents

Smart Guide: Trim, 2nd Edition

Table of Contents

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

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Product Details

ISBN:
9781580114455
Subtitle:
Step-By-Step
Author:
Creative Homeowner
Manufactured:
Creative Homeowner Press
Author:
Creative Homeowner Press
Author:
Editors of Creative Homeowner
Publisher:
Creative Homeowner Press
Subject:
Do-It-Yourself - Carpentry
Subject:
Carpentry
Edition Description:
Green, New, Upd Creative Homeowner
Series:
Smart Guide
Publication Date:
June 2009
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
10.86x8.36x.30 in. .93 lbs.
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