Summary: "A comprehensive collection of commercial new construction costs, the 82nd edition of this cost book provides data for project types ranging from industrial and retail to multi-family housing and public buildings. Find material, union labor, and equipment prices for electrical, mechanical, site work, framing, and more. With adjustments for more than 930 locations across North America, costs can...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gordian/RSMeans Data 2023
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1 available in Reference, Call number: R 692.5 BUIKahn, Lloyd
Summary: Presents a guide to homemade shelter, featuring images and ideas culled from across the globe, and includes bottle homes in the Nevada desert, tree houses on the South China Sea, and Japanese stilt houses.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shelter Publications 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690 KAHStiles, David R.
Summary: Presents step-by-step instructions for kids and their parents to build treehouses, forts, and huts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lyons Press, an imprint of Globe Pequot 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.89 STISchiff, David
Summary: "Bathroom remodeling continues to top the list of the most common remodeling projects. All New Bathroom Ideas that Work contains essential information on all aspects of a bathroom update or complete remodel, from fixtures to lighting and cabinetry to flooring, so homeowners can make smart choices about what they want and can afford".--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Taunton Press, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.42 SCHSummary: Step-by-step photographs and illustrations guide homeowners through every step of the process.Includes a comprehensive skills and techniques section along with must-have information about the tools and materials used to build fences and gates.The one-stop guide for homeowners looking to tackle residential fencing or gate projects from start to finish.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Meredith Books 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.89 FENMorison, S. D.
Summary: "Imagine being able to create the Brooklyn Bridge or Sydney Harbor Bridge right from your computer. With Minecraft, you can-and even imagine your own bridges! This title is a great way for readers to learn just how to do that in their favorite game, as well as learn some important engineering concepts along the way. Examples of great Minecraft bridges are shown in unique illustrations,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 794.8 MORSummary: "From basic storage sheds to playhouses, gazebos, and workshops, there's a growing trend toward standalone spaces as attractive alternatives to home additions. Build the outdoor structure of your dreams by doing all or part of the work yourself. This essential do-it-yourself guide will help you make your dreams a reality."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Homeowner 2022
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Summary: Build a Drone will not only teach you how to build your very own drone but also explain their history in the military and the impact they will have, and are starting to have, on our everyday lives.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Skyhorse Publishing 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 629 DAVStiles, David R.
Summary: "An expanded and updated edition of the classic guide for backyard builders covers all the issues: use, cost, placement, difficulty, and construction basics; and provides detailed illustrations, plans and commonsense advice. Easy-to-follow shed designs with loads of color examples. The new edition of this classic do-it-yourself guide for backyard builders now contains more material and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2020
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Summary: The book is concerned with the business of residential construction, including the maintenance, restoration, renovation, and construction of private homes and related properties.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Ground Up Publishing 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690 KERSchapdick, Chris
Summary: Combining the "why" with the "how to," Building Your Tiny House Dream will show you each step to constructing your own custom camper!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Homeowner 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.837 SCHTower, Eric J.
Summary: Text and photographs look at how to build towns in Minecraft.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKIDS Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J STEM Mine TowerPember, Mat
Summary: The Little Veggie Patch Co. DIY Garden Projects includes thirty-eight hands-on, step-by-step activities that will help cultivate your handiness and get you out in the garden. Chapters include projects for kids, vertical gardening, garden basics, using recycled materials, and more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hardie Grant Books 2016
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 690.892 PEMHemp, Peter A. (Peter Addison)
Summary: An expert plumber explains how to install and repair plumbing systems in new and old homes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Taunton Press 1994
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 696.1 HEMJeswald, Peter.
Summary: Offers patio and walkway ideas, from front entries to back patios, pool decking to outdoor kitchens, paths through the woods to retaining walls and terracing close to the house. Also included is advice for the practical concerns you have questions about.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Taunton Press 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 633.5 JESVassallo, Peter
Summary: "This all-new how-to book is perfect for anyone getting started in model railroading or looking to build a simple, compact layout. Build Your First Layout features the small, easy to build Northspur & Tiburon Railroad from experienced modeler and Model Railroader author Peter Vassallo. You ll get step-by-step instructions and all the basic techniques needed to build an operating layout...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kalmbach Media 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 625.19 VASZimmerman, Bradlyn
Summary: A unique addition to any space, live edge river tables combine artistic elegance with everyday functionality, and this beginner-friendly guide will show you everything you need to know to accomplish these stunning pieces yourself. Featuring detailed overviews and tutorials for every step of the process from start to finish, you'll learn how select the wood, prepare the slab, prepare and pour...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Fox Chapel Publishing 2022
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Summary: "The only series of step-by-step guides to succeeding in the skilled trades and achieving the American dream. At Your Best as a Carpenter is your playbook for learning if a career as a carpenter is right for you, progressing from pre-apprentice to journeyman to master carpenter, and launching your own small business. Learn: What does a career as a carpenter look like? Why should you consider...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Skyhorse Publishing 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 694.068 CARDolan, Hannah
Summary: "A guide to building 30 LEGO animals, with tips and techniques from expert LEGO builders. Discover how to build your own awesome LEGO Animals! Be inspired by 30 incredible LEGO animals, from a roaring lion to a multi-coloured turtle. Embark on an imaginative building journey as the models get more challenging through the book. Each animal idea is broken down into three, four, or five important...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley Limited 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 688.7 DOLKroner, Django.
Summary: Outlines "everything you need to know in order to choose a suitable location and the right materials for your build; how to choose the right tree; which tools you need and how to use them; how to build with the health of the tree in mind--which is important for treehouse safety as well as the environment"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Popular Woodworking Books 2016
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Summary: "Many of us dream of owning a treehouse, whether it's a tree fort or playhouse for the children, a secret retreat or just a unique space for relaxing and reconnecting with nature. This book is a comprehensive guide to designing and building your perfect treehouse - no previous building expertise required. Beautifully illustrated, and written by a professional treehouse builder, the book...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Laurence King Publishing 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.89 RICSarafan, Randy
Summary: "A beginner-friendly collection of bot projects that can be built with common items found around the house. Begins with introductory chapters on motors, electronics, and soldering techniques before moving on to the projects, which include step-by-step instructions, photographs, and tips"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: No Starch Press 2021