This newly revised and updated edition of our classic visual handbook, authored by the accomplished architect and teacher Rob Thallon, is loaded with up-to-date code information, the latest material advice and detailed construction methods. Building on the success of earlier editions–which have sold hundreds of thousands of copies―Thallon delivers the details you need to get the job done right.

This definitive book covers a broad range of projects. Whether setting a foundation, erecting a partition wall, or flashing a window, you will find information on the project in this book. The book’s main categories include:

• Footings and Foundations
• Beams, Joist Systems, and Subflooring
• Wall Framing, Bracing, and Sheathing
• Roof Framing, Flashing, and Insulation
• Exterior and Interior Stairs and Handrails

Filled with 500+ meticulous drawings, there are well over a hundred new drawings in this updated edition that precisely explain best practices for energy-efficient construction, advanced framing techniques, how to control moisture in wood framing, installation information for new building materials and more.

Whether you are a builder, architect, or homeowner, this up-to-date resource is the perfect visual aid to help you tackle a wide range of framing projects with confidence.