Author: Leon A. Frechette
Publisher: Craftsman Publishers, 1999
Soft Cover, 9.0″x8.0″, 333 pages

This book is for construction professionals who want a clear understanding of alternative materials and how using them can enhance their projects, both residential and commercial. It covers the materials — including their strengths and any limitations — as well as installation tips and manhour estimates.

here you’ll find the true facts, not the hype, about a variety of alternative materials. These are quality components that can help you deliver a better overall product — something your customers will enjoy and benefit from long after you leave their projects.

All of the products covered here have been used or well-researched by the author and represent a cross section of available products. Build Smarter with Alternative Materials covers materials used in each phase of a project, in order — from the foundation to the ridge peak.