Building & Finishing Walls & Ceilings (Black & Decker)

Building and Finishing Walls and Ceilings provides readers with the most comprehensive book of its type on do-it-yourself wall and ceiling projects. It begins with basic framing information, then discusses how to finish wallboard on walls and ceilings. Also included is information on installing tongue and groove panelling and suspended acoustic ceilings and ornamental metal ceiling panels. The book includes a comprehensive section on repairing wallboard and plaster walls, and shows how to apply spray texture to ceilings. As a bonus, readers learn a variety of techniques for soundproofing walls and ceilings. Unlike other books on dry walling, Building and Finishing Walls and Ceilings goes a step further by giving detailed information on finishing techniques: painting, applying wall covering, and installing trim mouldings. More than 300 studio-quality colour photos. Includes decorative finishing treatments. Includes latest information on sound-proofing techniques. Includes latest developments in building materials.