Renovation
by Michael W. Litchfield · first published 1990
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"A classic in the first edition, a masterpiece in the second, this outstanding guide is the last word in renovation. In nearly 600 pages of text, accompanied by 1,000 illustrations, all systems used in the home are covered in detail. Essential."--"Library Journal." "The opening chapter--a frank look at what makes an older home 'worth it'--is alone worth the cost of the book."--"Atlanta Journal Constitution.”
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…a house. However, I highly recommend you take a look at two books before you move earth. The first is "House" by Tracy Kidder. https://www.amazon.com/House-Tracy-Kidder/dp/0618001913 The second is "Renovation" by Michael Litchfield. https://www.amazon.com/Renovation-4th-Completely-Revised-Upd... The first book is a detailed, engrossing narrative about building an actual house (it exists). The second book…
on “Ask HN: Have you built a house?” ↗…excuse to waste so much. Contractors do it because they are charging other people for materials :) In your case, if you are going to be remodeling your house and doing structural carpentry, i'd recommend "Renovation 4th edition" by Michael Litchfield as a starter book. Also if you start doing something with more expensive lumber, like say, very high end woodworking, you will see nobody treats stuff as disposable.
on “My Roommate's a Genius” ↗I can't find the link right now, but someone recommended this book in another thread: http://www.amazon.com/Renovation-4th-Edition-Completely-Revi...
on “Ask HN: How can I learn and practice construction?” ↗