This updated edition covers most of the popular renovations and alterations around the home in line with the Building Code of Australia. This book is specifically designed to deal with problems confronted when renovating or altering an existing dwelling.
Solving problems such as:-rising damp,-floor and wall cracking,-decay in members,-leaking shower recesses,-termites. The book also describes:-how to support the roof when making openings in walls.-How to build attic rooms.-Installing skylights, guttering, shelving.-Replacing existing floor joists, flooring,-Fixing sagging roof rafters.-Installing french or sliding patio doors-Building carports, enclosing patios and verandah,-enlarging window openings.-applying Gyprock,-re-stumping.-Wall floor tiling.-The correct adhesives, sealants and fillers to use and much more.
