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_d31524
020 _a978-1-56158-539-1
_a1-5658-539-4
040 _aBC-EPAU
041 _aeng
100 _aTounton . Press
245 _aBuilding Porches and Decks
_bfrom the editors of Fine Homebuilding
260 _aNewtown, CT
_bTaunton Press
_c2003
300 _a156
_bIll. , Couv. ill. en coul., Photo.
_c28 cm.
942 _c01
_t0612
_u6.1.0
994 _a06120412
490 _aFor pros, by pros
500 _aNew articles from recent issues of "Fine Homebuilding" magazine have been added to this edition of "Building Porches and Decks." Updated and redesigned throughout
520 _aProches and Decks add beauty and value to a house , and also make it easy to enjoy being outdoors. But these spaces have to be properly designed and built to stand up to the weather. Experienced builders rely on a combination of weather-resistant details and innovative new materials to guarantee long life for the porches and decks they build. Written by the pros who actually do the work , these artickes will help you to : Install flashing that will prevent water damage Build both open and screened porches Choose between solid wood and synthetic decking Install exterior trim that resists weather damage Desing and build curved decks and porches Extend the life of a deck with proper maintenance Design and build railings for decks and porches
653 _aPorches, Patios, Design and construction, Design and construction,