Fine Homebuilding: Trim Carpentry (eBook PDF)

Build your skills
In this trim carpentry collection, carpenters share lessons aimed at both those aspiring to dig into and try the craft, and at the seasoned pros looking to round out their education. With tips and best practices shared by experts in the field, you can learn basic rules for mastering trim carpentry and perfecting those hard-to-hide details, and tackle a number of projects in your own home.
 
Trim it out
This special issue presents the essentials you need to know to create beautiful details inside and outside your home, from breaking down sheet goods to trimming exterior windows. No matter your skill level, there’s always something new to learn, be it techniques for cutting miters or creating classic craftsman-style casing. In fully illustrated articles from the best of Fine Homebuilding, you’ll find a range of projects to try, from adding an interior window to building a custom rollout kitchen cabinet. Other projects include:

• Installing multiple types of stair balustersCreating perfectly proportioned window stools
• Prefabricating paneled wainscot
• Building strong floating shelves
• Mastering fireplace mantels, and much more!