Whether you work in the commercial or residential markets, this is the all-bases-covered source that helps you turn any construction project into a winner.

A one-stop resource for residential or commercial construction projects, Construction Building Envelope and Interior Finishes Databook gives you instant access to hundreds of tables, specifications, charts, diagrams, and illustrations covering materials and components most frequently used on a typical job. In easy-to-understand language, construction pro Sidney M.

Levy covers the following topics :

• Interior metal stud specifications, design data and typical details
• Drywall installation
• Fire and sound ratings
• Structural steel, cast-in-place concrete and masonry structural systems, with details, specifications, and illustrations of component parts
• Masonry shapes, patterns, installations tips and practices, with an illustrated guide to reinforcing specifications and materials
• Roofing types and materials
• Flashing and waterproofing details
• Finishes products including plastic laminates
• Resilient flooring
• Painting specifications
• Installation guidelines