This 3-pack combines Allan Staines’ three most popular construction manuals into a complete building reference library for Australian homes.
What’s included:
The Australian House Building Manual (158 pages, 660+ illustrations) Covers every stage of house construction from foundations to completion. Includes timber frame, brick veneer, cavity brick, and concrete block systems. Essential for understanding residential construction methods.
The Australian Renovator’s Manual (110 pages) Practical guide to common renovation problems and projects. Covers rising damp, cracking, termite damage, leaking showers, plus step-by-step instructions for attic rooms, window enlargements, re-stumping, tiling, and more.
Australian Decks & Pergolas Construction Manual (94 pages) Complete guide to designing and building outdoor timber structures. Includes industry span tables, council approval requirements, and construction methods for decks, pergolas, handrails and stairs.
Why buy the pack: This combination gives you comprehensive coverage of new construction, home improvements, and outdoor structures – everything needed for major owner-builder or renovation projects. Building Books Australia offers this pack at a discounted rate compared to purchasing the three titles individually.
Who it’s for: Owner-builders planning comprehensive projects, renovators working on older homes with extensions, DIY homeowners tackling multiple projects, and anyone wanting a complete Australian building reference library.
Total pages: 362 pages of detailed Australian building methods and illustrations.
