Steel Square - Use Of The Scales, Roof Framing, Illustrative Problems And Other Uses

This book contains a comprehensive guide to using a steel square, being a detailed handbook on its various uses, common problems, correct handling, application to roof framing, and more. A profusely illustrated and detailed volume, 'Steel Square' is highly recommended for anyone occupied in roof construction. Contents include: 'The Steel Square', 'Steel Square in Use', 'General Description', 'Parts of a Steel Square', 'Testing a New Steel Square', 'Scales', 'Octagon Scale', 'Essex Board Measure', 'How to Use the Square-Braces', 'Use of the Steel Square in Making a Brace', 'Brace Measure', 'Roof Framing', etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing 'Steel Square' now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on woodworking.