This revision of Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Home Masonry updates much of what made the original book a best-seller, but also answers the latest building trends by featuring exciting new information and projects . In addition to the tried and true project information on building with concrete, brick and block, the book features all new, state-of-the-art information on decorative concrete finishes, including acid coloring, stamping, and using cementitious paints. Another new section shows easy methods for casting concrete in forms to create countertops, garden benches, and other accessories. Also included are new projects for building retaining walls with tumbled concrete block, facing concrete slabs and steps with natural stone and ceramic tiles, and creating outdoor rock gardens.
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Modern Methods for Classic Concrete!
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Tom Lemmer is the editor of several best-selling home improvement books, including The Complete Photo Guide to Home Improvement and The Complete Guide to Decks.
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Lots of pictures. Great guide to everything you need to know for home projects.
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the best construction guides!,
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I love all the Black and Decker home construction guides and own 9 of them, including this one. I have no construction experience and learned almost everything I needed to know to completely remodel my house from them. I definitely think they are the best out there. I really appreciate the step by step color photographs. Many other construction guides use illustrations instead which i don't find as helpful.
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If you are like me and know (knew) nothing about Masonry, then I highly recommend this book. Very well illustrated (color) with a variety of projects and examples. It was better than I had hoped for.
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