The Australian House Building Manual

The Allan Staines building manuals have become the go to books for Apprentices, Builders, Owner Builders, Renovators and the home handy man in Australia for many years.

This edition brings the illustrations and text right up to date with the latest methods applied across Australia This entirely Australian manual is thoroughly researched in co-operation with the Australian Timber, Brick, Concrete and other relevant associations. It is written in Allan Staines usual easy to comprehend style. This manual has over 660 clear and technically accurate drawings covering each stage of construction.

The manual covers the foundations and carpentry aspect in detail as well as brick veneer, cavity brick and concrete brick systems and weatherboard. The manual provides current trade practices and hints that help bridge the gap between theory and practice.