Diagrams, photos, and text describe how to build walks, patios, walls, and foundations. Includes techniques for working with brick, block, stone, and concrete.
Step-by-step illustrations guide you every step of the way, from building a brick garden wall to casting concrete walkways, laying a stone patio to repairing mortar.
A guide to choosing, building, and maintaining masonry surfaces and structures. This book includes landscape designs that coordinate building materials with the natural surroundings, bringing the pro's touch to your outdoor building projects, with step-by-step instructions for all the essential masonry skills. A comprehensive look at working with concrete includes basic and advanced techniques, creating decorative effects, and resurfacing.
A guide to basic masonry construction that's intended for both novice builders and experienced professionals, with illustrated instructions and detailed projects that cover tools and materials, laying block and brick, and more. Also includes a chapter on concrete.
This comprehensive guide explores the ancient art and modern techniques of masonry. It covers the history and evolution of masonry, various types of masonry (brick, stone, block), and the tools and safety equipment essential for the trade. The book provides detailed instructions on site preparation, footings and foundations, bond patterns, wall construction, and specialized techniques such as pointing and repointing. It also delves into advanced topics like arch and vault construction, basic and advanced sculpting techniques, damage assessment, and restoration methods. For those looking to manage masonry projects effectively, the guide includes sections on estimating costs, bidding strategies, scheduling, budgeting, marketing, and sales techniques. This book is an invaluable resource for both novice and experienced masons seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge.