Fireproof Homebuilding

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction

1 Starting out right

2 European & commercial traditions

3 Foundations

4 Basements

5 Fireplaces

6 California-style block homes

7 Brick

8 Adobe

9 Steel-stud walls

10 Steel joists and trusses

11 Asphalt shingles and rolled roofing

12 Metal roofs

13 Cement slurry roofs

14 Concrete roofs

15 Drop ceilings

16 Tile roofs

17 Fireproof partitions

18 Stucco

19 Tilt-up

20 Repairs

21 Fire prevention

22 Plans and materials

Appendix

Index

About the Author