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Masonry & Stonework 1
Building with Concrete, Brick, Block,
Stone. Walls, Patios, Sidewalks, Fireplaces, Barbecues. Decorative Concrete Treatments.
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Black
& Decker The Complete Guide to Masonry & Stonework by Editors
of Creative Publishing
Paperback 320 pages
(Apr 1, 2010) ISBN: 1589235207 |
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techniques for laying concrete adapted to the special needs of ordinary homeowners, but
also features materials and techniques, such as tumbled concrete pavers, acid-etching for
colored concrete slabs. Several cutting edge projects are included, such as concrete
countertops and stamped concrete walkways. DVD includes real-time demonstration of crucial
techniques, and the entire print edition in electronic form. |
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The
Complete Guide to Building With Rocks & Stone: Stonework Projects and
Techniques Explained Simply by Brenda Flynn
Paperback 288 pages
(Mar 17, 2011) ISBN: 1601383703 |
This book is designed to walk
homeowners through the process of developing, planning, and implementing a stone building
project and provides detailed instructions that make seemingly complex projects easy. You
will learn how to build stone walls, mailboxes, and fireplaces. You can enhance your
backyard with the addition of a stone patio, arch, barbeque pit, rock garden, and a pond,
complete with a stone bridge. Learn how you can start using stone for everything from new
projects to restoring existing stone structures.
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Black
and Decker The Handy Guide to Masonry & Stonework by Creative
Publishing International
Spiral-bound 304 pages
(Feb 1, 2011) ISBN: 0785827706 |
| Practically every part of your
home and yard presents an opportunity to express yourself with masonry products and
techniques: Concrete sidewalks or driveways, mortared flagstone patio, concrete
countertop, brick barbeque, brick exterior walls, paver walkways, stone garden walls and
much more... |
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Patios
& Walkways (Taunton's Build Like a Pro)
by Peter Jeswald
Paperback 176 pages
(Jan 19, 2010) ISBN: 1600850758 |
| It’s all in here – from
base construction techniques to surface materials. A reader can choose to complete the six
projects in this book exactly as presented or mix and match techniques to create a truly
custom project. Complete in-depth information, step-by-step instructions, focused
sidebars, and tips. |
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Ultimate
Guide: Walks, Patios & Walls
by Editors of Creative Homeowner
Paperback 240 pages
(Jun 7, 2010) ISBN: 1580114849 |
| Included are ideas for brick,
mortar, and concrete walks and patios; flagstone and tile patios; and brick and mortared
stone walls. Lavish color photographs provide design inspiration, while the extensive
how-to section provides easy-to-follow information. |
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Black
& Decker The Complete Guide to Patios & Walkways: Money-Saving
Do-It-Yourself Projects for Improving Outdoor Living Space by Editors of CPi
Paperback 256 pages
(Feb 1, 2010) ISBN: 1589234812 |
| This book offers readers the most
popular patio and walkway designs complete with step-by-step, full-color photo
instructions. The projects are affordable yet on-trend. With hundreds of styles of brick
and stone now available, it's never been easier to build a dream patio—saving
thousands of dollars in the process. |
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1001
Ideas for Stonework: The Ultimate Sourcebook by Richard Wiles
Paperback 208 pages
(Apr 15, 2009) ISBN: B004JZX00O |
| Thousands of inspirational
photographs in this book show you how to integrate this prized material into your home.
Packed with expert advice on design, materials, budgets, maintenance, and installation,
1001 Ideas for Stone Work is your professional guide to working with stone. |
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