[12] Where studs over 20 feet are required, it is sometimes more economical to use two short studs, inserting a plate over the first-story studs and resting the feet of the second-story studs thereon.
[13] This value would appear high if compared with [Table VI], Estimating and Calculating Quantities, Part 1, but this table represents ideal conditions, where there are no delays, mistakes, legitimate office expenses, nor foreman's time included.
[14] Usually a man can lay more than 700 shingles per day, but the roof under consideration is very much cut up.
[15] The cost of this hemlock is $1 cheaper per thousand than that used in the framing, since shorter lengths may be employed.
[16] The prices given include the cost of labor.
[17] The prices of doors do not include hardware, which item will be found in the hardware bill, but they include putting on the hardware.
[18] This door opens to the balcony.
Transcriber’s Notes:
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