Master practical math for carpentry with a time‑tested, hands‑on approach. This classic guide blends arithmetic with real shop applications, helping readers build a solid foundation for the craft. It emphasizes useful techniques and judgment over purely abstract proofs, making it a practical companion for beginners and seasoned workers alike.
The book covers essential measurement, quantity estimation, and material planning. It shows how to work with feet and inches, learn common units, and apply calculations to everyday carpentry tasks. It also introduces the carpenter’s tools, geometry basics, and methods that translate math into reliable, economical work on the job site.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to arithmetic principles as they apply to the everyday work of carpenters and builders. Designed for both novice and experienced craftsmen, it presents the subject in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to individuals with a basic eighth-grade education. The author emphasizes practical applications of mathematical concepts, particularly geometry and mensuration, providing readers with the tools to accurately estimate building costs and plan for the efficient use of materials. The text delves into essential topics such as units of measurement, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and the calculation of areas and volumes. Furthermore, the book offers valuable insights into the use of tools like the carpenter's square and explores various geometric constructions, including angles, polygons, and the ellipse. Specific applications within the building trade, such as lumber measurement, flooring, shingling, and roof framing, are also thoroughly examined. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, this book empowers carpenters and builders to approach their craft with greater understanding and precision, ultimately contributing to the successful execution of construction projects. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330019894_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330019894
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330019894
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)