William P. Spence's Books

Covering both commercial and residential drawing, this text presents a detailed study of typical construction methods and the preparation of architectural working drawings. It includes chapters on technical vocabulary, study questions, problems and an appe

Author of more than a dozen books on the do-it-yourself bookshelves, William Spence has topped them all with a massive, comprehensive, full-color guide essential for every homeowner. More than 700 photos and 900 drawings accompany the instructions for scores of carpentry and repair projects indoors and out, for every room in the home. When you need to repair, replace, or remodel any part of your home, you can get the job done right, whether you fix it yourself or supervise the work of professionals. Hundreds of major and minor carpentry and woodworking jobs are clearly explained by an expert who knows all the shortcut skills and money-saving techniques--illustrated with more than 1,600 color photos, illustrations, diagrams, and tables. Projects range from installing a wall, to replacing the wainscoting. They cover jobs indoors and out, and include updating kitchens and bathrooms, and installing lighting and appliances, as well as new or old ceilings and floors, doors and windows, cabinets and closets, roofing and siding, finishing attic and basement rooms, and even furniture repair.

Don't build--or remodel--a home without it!

This book provides an introduction to human visual perception suitable for readers studying or working in the fields of computer graphics and visualization, cognitive science, and visual neuroscience. It focuses on how computer graphics images are generated, rather than solely on the organization of the visual system itself; therefore, the text pro

Color photographs, detailed drawings, and step-by-step instructions explain how to install and finish drywall, with expert advice on building codes, tools, materials, and techniques.

Carpentry & Building Construction is a comprehensive collection of information for do-it-yourselfers. It serves not only as an excellent introduction for novices to various projects, but also as a valuable reference guide for more experienced carpenters.

Spence brings a fresh perspective to familiar subject matter by treating it in a way that stresses professional craftsmanship... opens with sections on tools and safety before moving on to a subject-by-subject treatment of interior and exterior finish work. A whopping 650 detailed drawings and...photographs make it simple to visualize the strategies and techniques."--"Journal of Light Construction.

A guide to planning, designing, and constructing bathrooms, with sections on choosing shapes and locations, and bathroom styles, as well as functional and decorative elements. Special sections on determining electrical and plumbing needs, plus ways to design for convalescence and disabilities.

This [book] is the first one that I can recall that deals exclusively with this single subject, and does so with such thoroughness. Its 10 chapters cover all the essentials, ...many color photos and drawings...explain and expand on the text. It offers great value for the price."--"Wood Design & Building.

Want to put and keep your house in tip-top shape, inside and out? Fix the plumbing? Add or maintain electrical fixtures? Upgrade the heat and air-conditioning for better comfort? Repair the roof and mend the exterior wall? Fix a squeaking floor? No matter the task, the more than 600 pages of this fix-it-up encyclopedia provide a wealth of knowledge and photos and drawings that show you how to do everything. Do it yourself, or use the information to judge the value and quality of professional work. Throughout, there's an emphasis on the selection of materials for particular jobs, so you can choose the best ones; on the correct operation of tools; on ways to meet any building codes. Go deep inside the workings of plumbing, including the potable water system, the hot water main, and more. Quickly figure out if you can add to an existing electrical circuit, plus how to replace circuits and repair wiring. Renovate interior walls and ceilings, install home security, improve temperature control, take a furniture workshop, and so much more!

Discusses heating, ventilating, and air conditioning of buildings; sanitary- and storm-drainage systems, water-supply and electrical systems; insulation, interior and exterior materials, painting and decorating.

Book's by William P. Spence

Architectural Working Drawings

Architectural Working Drawings

The Home Carpenter & Woodworker's Repair Manual

The Home Carpenter & Woodworker's Repair Manual

Building Your Dream House

Building Your Dream House

Visual Perception from a Computer Graphics Perspective

Visual Perception from a Computer Graphics Perspective

Installing and Finishing Drywall

Installing and Finishing Drywall

Carpentry & Building Construction

Carpentry & Building Construction

Finish Carpentry

Finish Carpentry

Constructing Bathrooms

Constructing Bathrooms

Constructing Staircases, Balustrades & Landings

Constructing Staircases, Balustrades & Landings

Encyclopedia of Home Maintenance and Repair

Encyclopedia of Home Maintenance and Repair

Construction

Construction

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