Hardware, estimating, and mill design

Designed for anyone who works with or studies building construction, this volume offers a systematic overview of the hardware that holds structures together. It walks readers through staple items such as nails, screws, and hinges before moving on to finished fittings like locks, door trims, and glazing components, all explained in plain language and supported by clear, custom drawings. The sections are organized so that a busy professional can study a few pages each day and still grasp the essential principles.

In addition to hardware, the book includes practical chapters on estimating quantities for every trade—from excavation and concrete to roofing and plumbing—showing how to build accurate cost schedules without unnecessary jargon. The final portion introduces mill design, describing site layout, structural systems, and fire‑protection measures for factories built with steel, concrete, or traditional timber frames. Together, these parts give students and practitioners a hands‑on reference that bridges theory and everyday building projects.