The Complete Guide to Building with Rocks & Stone: Stonework Projects and Techniques Explained Simply Revised 2nd Edition (Back to Basics)
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| Rating | : | 4.73 (955 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1620230151 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-04 |
| Language | : | English |
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She has always had a passion for rocks and stones, and she studied with many artisans from the Dry Stone Conservancy in Kentucky, learning to rebuild dry stone walls from the Civil War era along the beautiful countryside of Kentucky, where she lived for six years. . Flynn has worked in masonry and brick, building many outdoor projects, such as barbecues, patios, fences, and walls. Brenda Flynn is a freelance writer and artist who li
You will learn how to use stone, where to acquire it, and how it is cut, sold, and used in various projects. You will learn about the common types of stone, where natural stone is found, and how to gather your own fieldstone. You will learn what tools you need, how to start working with dry stone, how to work with mortared stone, and the correct way to pour and mix cement. This totally revised book will walk you through the process of developing, planning, and implementing a stone building project. You will learn how to build stone walls, mailboxes, and fireplaces. You can enhance your backyard with a stone patio, arch, rock garden and more.
"Working with stone" according to xmas. Good book on stone work good price fast delivery good reading too. not a good buy Amazon Customer Just a big nch of references without any actual instruction or technique.. Jimmybrian said Big Bud Little. Lack of detail, lack of photographs and a lack of illustrations. Not all techniques (slip forming) covered.A sincere effort, easy to read but in total not enough information for the beginner.
. She has always had a passion for rocks and stones, and she studied with many artisans from the Dry Stone Conservancy in Kentucky, learning to rebuild dry stone walls from the Civil War era along the beautiful countryside of Kentucky, where she lived for six years. About the Author Brenda Flynn is a freelance writer and artist who lives in Ormond Beach, Florida. Flynn has worked in masonry and brick, building many outdoor projects, such as barbecues, patios, fences, and walls