Ultimate guide to masonry and concrete
Subtitle: design, build, maintain
Edition: 3rd ed. ; green ed.
Series: Creative homeowner; Ceative homeowner series
Publisher: Creative Homeowner
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Upper Saddle River, NJ
Language: eng
Number of pages: 303
ISBN-13: 9781580114592
Subjects: Masonry; Amateurs' manuals
Other titles: Masonry and concrete
Description: Ultimate Gudie to Masonry & Concrete, Third Edition covers a wide range of masonry subjects, including basic installations, specific projects, and common repairs with concrete, block, brick, stone, tile, and stucco. Readers will find the information they need on tools, materials, and techniques explained in plain language and shown in full-color photos and detailed, colorful illustrations. The construction of 60 of the most popular masonry projects, such as laying a brick patio or walkway, building a barbecue, and building a retaining wall are covered in detail with dozens of step-by-step photographs and large, cutaway illustrations. Readers will find tips and special features on alternative approaches to projects that let them apply the information to different types of buildings and sites. Thorough coverage of masonry repairs & maintenance is also included.
Notes: At head of title page: Creative homeowner.

Includes index.

"Updated & expanded"--Cover.