Stonework and Masonry Projects: New Projects in Stone, Brick & Concrete (Black & Decker Home Improvement Library)

Rating:
Summary: Great set of starter projects
Review: This book is designed for the suburban home owner with access to a 'warehouse' style hardware store. It covers the tools available at your hardware store and how to use them for your masonry projects. A variety of projects are outlined, with an emphasis on poured concrete and purchased blocks (cinder-blocks, bricks, etc). The book is filled with color photos and each project includes a step-by-step construction details. There are many, many useful construction tips.

These are beginner projects, so the book isn't designed to inspire the inner-artist.

Table of Contents:
Introduction:
Planning
Estimating and ordering materials
Masonry tools and equipment
working safe
Masonry Techniques:
Working with Masonry Fasteners
Working with Concrete
Working with Stone
Working with Brick and Block
Masonry Projects:
Walks, Paths and Steps
Walls, Pillars & Arches
Finishing Hourse and Garden Walls
Building Landscape Accents