Category Archives: Semester three 11th grade carpentry

In third semester 11th grade students will learn:
Roofing
Siding
Doors and window installation
sheetrock and taping

installing windows and doors

Posted on March 23, 2012 by George Hughes

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Cedar siding in residential construction

Posted on March 22, 2012 by George Hughes

Overview: There are many different types of siding used in construction today. The most common types of siding are made from wood and man made material like vinyl and concrete. The most common types of wood siding, comes  from cedar … Continue reading →

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Roll roofing

Posted on March 17, 2012 by George Hughes

Overview: Roll roofing can be used on roof slopes as little as one inch. Roll roofing is less expensive then other roofing materials with a less attractive appearance. Roll roofing is made of the same material as asphlt shingles. Roll … Continue reading →

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Asphalt roofing

Posted on March 17, 2012 by George Hughes

30-ShinglesOverview   For the past six months we have worked on building the solar house. We leveled the ground, tampered the surface, and placed stone. Next we installed the 6″X6″ sleepers and began framing the E-house; Floor joist, walls, and … Continue reading →

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